市政だより4月号2024年【Japanese】

【April 16th "Kumamoto Earthquake Day". BOSAI PARK Shisei Dayori April (1)]

On October 1, 2022, Kumamoto City enacted the "Kumamoto City Disaster Prevention Basic Ordinance" in order to realize a truly disaster-resistant city where citizens can live with peace of mind.

In order to pass on the lessons learned from the 2008 Kumamoto Earthquake to the next generation and to deepen interest in and understanding of disaster prevention, April 16 was designated as "Kumamoto Earthquake Day".

Why don't you take this opportunity to check your daily preparedness?

【BOSAI PARK （Disaster Prevention Park）】

Date/Time：April 14, 2023 (Sun.) 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Place of the event：Hanabatake Plaza

Admission Fee：Free

◆BO-SAI Café (Emergency Food Café)

Booths where visitors can compare and taste different types of alpha rice and actually make and eat emergency food at the venue, and purchase the food they like best.

◆Disaster Reconstruction Panel Exhibition

Panels will be displayed on the damage caused by the Kumamoto Earthquake, Kumamoto City's reconstruction efforts, and information on disaster prevention.

◆Disaster prevention goods and supplies on display and for sale

The latest disaster prevention goods and supplies will be on display, and advice will be given on how to choose the right one.

Sales will also be available.

【In the event of an earthquake　Shisei Dayori April (2)】

In the event of an earthquake, please take the following precautions to protect yourself.

【If you are at home】

Take actions to protect yourself first and foremost, such as hiding under a table.

Put out the fire, turn off the main gas valve, and evacuate with your shoes on to prevent injury to your feet.

【If you are on the street】

Move away from block walls, vending machines, and other objects that may fall over.

Protect your head with a bag or similar item and evacuate to a vacant lot or nearby park.

【If you are driving a car】

Slow down, turn on your hazard lamps, and pull over to the left side of the road. Do not get out of your car until the tremors subside and gather information.

【If you are near the coast】

Evacuate to higher ground, listen carefully to tsunami information, and stay away from the coastline. Even if the tremors are small, a large tsunami may be generated.

A split-second decision can mean the difference between life and death in the event of an earthquake. Do not panic and act calmly.

【When you ride a bicycle, wear a helmet. Shisei Dayori April issue (3)】

Since head injuries account for approximately 60% of fatalities in bicycle-related accidents, wearing a helmet is mandatory under the Road Traffic Law and the Kumamoto City Bicycle Ordinance. However, the helmet wearing rate in Kumamoto Prefecture is about 8%, which is low even for the rest of the country. It is important to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle, and to have bicycle insurance.

Five Rules for Safe Bicycle Use

(1)In principle, ride on the left side of the road. Pedestrians have priority on sidewalks.

(2)At intersections, obey traffic signals and stop signs, and check for safety.

(3)Turn on your bicycle light at night.

(4)Do not ride under the influence of alcohol

(5)Wear a helmet

【You need to follow the procedures for the child allowance. Shisei Dayori April (4)】

The following procedures are required for those who receive the child allowance.

Those who are employed as public servants or retired from public service.

Those who have changed their health insurance card.

For details, please contact the Child Support Division at 096-328-2158.