Preparation for Storms and Floods

The rainy season starts around June in Japan (except for Hokkaido). In addition, typhoons tend to approach Japan during the summer to fall seasons, causing a lot of rain in a short period of time. Intermittent rains over several days, or short but sudden heavy rains, cause flooding throughout the country every year. Preparing for water disasters is also essential.

 Get weather information from TV, radio, PC, smart phone, etc.
 Evacuate as early as possible to a safe place, such as relatives/friends’ houses, etc. even if it is far away.
 Secure an evacuation place yourself. Make sure you have a place/center to evacuate to as well as a route to get there.
 Avoid going outside during heavy rain and wind.
 Prepare emergency kits, including water, food, headlights, rain gear, etc.
 Be aware of information from Tokushima City regarding evacuation.