Protect yourself against earthquakes and tsunamis ~ What to do in case of an earthquake ~

地震・津波から身を守ろう～地震が起きた時にすること～

2024/03/13 Wednesday Announcements, Security

If an earthquake occurs in a building…

Protect yourself by hiding under a sturdy table or desk (furnitures may tip over and objects may fall).
Be aware of broken glass indoors (always wear shoes when evacuating).
Open doors to ensure your exit (buildings and doors may deform and doors may not open).

If an earthquake occurs while you are cooking…

If you are using fire directly while cooking, put out the fire calmly in the early stages (trying to put out a fire when it is shaking a lot can cause burns, so put out the fire calmly after the shaking has subsided).

If an earthquake occurs while you are in the shower or bathroom…

Showers and bathrooms are relatively safe places, as the rooms are small and are usually close to the building’s pillars. Try not to run away desperately.

If an earthquake occurs while you are in your room…

Protect your head with a pillow. Protect yourself by hiding under the duvet or bed.

If an earthquake occurs while driving a car…

Do not brake suddenly. Stop on the left side of the road
When leaving the car, turn off the engine with the keys in the ignition and do not lock the doors (leave the car open so that other people can move around)

If an earthquake occurs while you are outside (outdoors)…

Be aware that block walls, vending machines and electricity poles may fall!
Try to evacuate in as large a space as possible (to reduce the risk of injury from collapsing buildings).
Evacuate on foot (in principle, do not go by car).

If an earthquake occurs while you are by the sea or in a river…

If you feel an earthquake, do not wait for a warning or alarm, evacuate to higher ground immediately!
Even if you don’t feel an earthquake, evacuate immediately when a tsunami alert or warning is announced.
Never return until the tsunami warning/alert is lifted