Disaster basics 2

Evacuation sites and shelters

First, let's talk about evacuation sites. Evacuation sites are designed to save lives in the event of a disaster, or This is a place where you can evacuate and save your life before you are in danger. For example, when an earthquake occurs, emergency services are needed to protect lives from a tsunami. Evacuation sites include tsunami evacuation towers where people evacuate and school grounds where they evacuate to protect themselves from landslides and fires. Next is the evacuation center. This is a place where people who lost their homes after the disaster or are unable to return to their homes can temporarily live together. Evacuation centers are located after disasters occur. It will be opened and the interior of the building will be occupied. In addition to designated evacuation sites designated by municipalities, voluntary disaster prevention organizations and other organizations will set up evacuation sites in safe locations. These include living in an evacuation center, or living as an evacuee at the home of a relative or friend.

What to bring when evacuatin

What you need will vary depending on your family situation, such as if you have small children or the elderly. Examples: drinking water, emergency food, water bags, valuables (stamps, driver's licenses, bankbooks, etc.), evacuation supplies (flashlights, work gloves, etc.), These include first aid supplies (bands, masks, etc.), daily necessities (towels, tissues, knives, etc.), clothes, toiletries, etc. Other items include cosmetics for women, disposable diapers and bottles for babies, etc. Elderly people may bring medicines for chronic illnesses and food that is easy to eat.