2024-08-14 02:15:00
2024/08/14 11:15 Weather News
In areas where typhoons are expected to hit, it is important to be prepared indoors and outdoors before the wind and rain become stronger. We’ve rounded up the precautions you should keep in mind.
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Inspect and repair outdoor areas such as blinds, blinds, windows and more as soon as possible.
[電視天線]
Is it rusty or loose? In addition to the antenna itself, aging roof components can cause damage, so check the surrounding area as well.
[風暴與百葉窗]
Check and repair to see if it closes properly. The window cracked not from the wind but from being hit by a blowing object. To prevent collisions, storm doors and shutters must be kept closed. When a typhoon approaches, keep storm doors and blinds closed even during the day.
【Window without blinds or blinds】
For windows without blinds or blinds, curtains should be drawn or anti-shatter film should be applied to the windows to prevent broken glass from flying around. If you don’t have shatterproof film, reinforcing it with curing tape or cardboard can also help prevent it from falling apart. Check for cracks or wobbles. If it breaks, the room will get soaked from rain and strong winds will blow things everywhere, causing serious problems.
[晾衣桿]
Put it down or keep it inside the house so it won’t blow away in the wind. Cable ties may be old, so don’t overestimate their effectiveness.
[庭木]
Secure it so it doesn’t blow away or tip over. When the average wind speed exceeds 20m/s, thin tree trunks begin to break and trees with fragile root systems begin to fall.
【flowerpot】
I was worried it would blow away in the strong wind, so I went inside. Stuff the newspaper into the pot soil, cover the large pot, then cover all the branches and leaves with non-woven fabric, tie it tightly with a rope, turn it sideways, and support it with bricks on both sides.
[屋頂瓦和鍍鋅鐵]
Check if it is bent or broken. Ceramic tiles in particular are prone to peeling and are heavy, increasing the risk of secondary damage. Check to see if shingles are misaligned and ridge boards are floating.
[雨水槽]
Check to see if it is clogged with dead leaves or sand. The second floor is more exposed to wind and rain than the first floor, so there is a higher chance of damage, but repairing it yourself can be risky. If you are unsure, please consult your dealer as soon as possible.
[丙烷氣]
Check if it has been fixed. When major damage is expected, such as due to flooding, turn the container valve clockwise (to the right) to close it.
If you find a problem, fix it immediately.
Be prepared for other emergencies
[幫你的車加滿油]
In the event of a disaster, fuel infrastructure may be disrupted, so be sure to replenish supplies in advance. In-car TVs and radios can also be used to collect information and charge smartphones during power outages.
【Storing water in the bathroom】
If a water outage occurs, you can store water in a tub or bucket and use a flush toilet.
[Clean gutters and gutters]
Remove dead leaves and debris. If drainage ditches do not drain well, water levels will rise rapidly during heavy rains, possibly causing flooding in surrounding areas.
[給智慧型手機、電腦、手機電池充電]
Make sure your smartphones and laptops are fully charged in case of power outages. Laptop batteries can also be used to charge smartphones.
[檢查應急包中的物品]
Necessary items are cash (including change), various cards and passbooks, seals, health insurance cards, driver’s license and other identification documents. Create a list of other items you think you will need.
[查看您家附近的避難中心並與家人分享資訊]
Discuss and decide with your family in advance the means and methods of communication, evacuation sites (limited to those designated by the local government, such as schools, community centers), and evacuation routes in case of emergency.
【Get the latest information】
In addition to checking weather information, check out the Flood Hazard Map and Storm Surge Hazard Map to see what hazards your home may be exposed to. In addition, in areas where rivers flow nearby, please check the “River Disaster Prevention Information” of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
If you judge there is danger, please evacuate immediately.
Please be sure to make adequate preparations for typhoons in advance. In the event of an emergency, please accurately grasp the evacuation time. If you judge that your current location is dangerous, please evacuate immediately. However, in some cases, staying home is safer than going out. In this case, try to wait in a higher place, or if there is a slope or water nearby, wait in the opposite room.
» Latest typhoon information
Source/Reference
Government Information Online (https://www.gov-online.go.jp/useful/article/201206/1.html)
Auto Messe Web “If you’re prepared, you don’t have to worry! Why it’s recommended to have a tank of gasoline ready when a disaster strikes (https://www.automesseweb.jp/2019/10/11/ 245801)
YKKAP “Autumn Tips “Window and Typhoon”” (https://www.ykkap.co.jp/madohint/autumn/02/)
Japan Meteorological Agency homepage “Wind intensity and direction” (http://www.jma.go.jp/jma/kishou/know/yougo_hp/kazehyo.html)
Meteorological satellite visible images: NICT-National Institute of Information and Communications Technology
Reference materials, etc.
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