Typhoon/heavy rain
What happens when a typhoon comes?
Typhoons come to Japan every year from summer to autumn (July to October). When a typhoon comes, there is a lot of rain and very strong winds.
Strong winds can blow objects, knock down trees and utility poles, and even damage roofs.
What to do before a typhoon comes
・Check out new information on TV, the Internet, etc.
・It is important to obtain information in advance.
・If there is anything outside your house that could be blown away by the wind (such as a flower pot), bring it inside the house or secure it to prevent it from blowing away.
- Objects may fly and break the window glass. Make sure to tightly close windows, shutters, and curtains. It is also effective to strengthen the window by applying duct tape or a film that makes the glass less likely to break.
・Water supply may stop or there may be a power outage. Prepare drinking water or fill your bathtub with water to ensure a daily supply of water. Prepare candles, flashlights, batteries, etc. Make sure to charge your mobile battery as well.
When a typhoon comes...
・It is dangerous to go outside, so please avoid going out as much as possible.
・Heavy rain can cause rivers to swell, ocean waves to rise, and landslides and landslides to occur. Do not go near rivers, oceans, or mountains.
・If you receive an evacuation order or feel it is dangerous to stay at home, run to an evacuation center.
What if it rains heavily?
Recently, in Japan, it has been raining continuously for a long time, and there has been an increase in torrential rain (very heavy rain falling in a small area in a short period of time). Heavy rains cause landslides (debris flows, landslides, etc.), river flooding, flooding, and storm surges, causing great damage in various parts of Japan every year. Be especially careful during the rainy season (around June), when spring turns into summer, and during typhoon season.
Heavy rain can cause major disasters such as:
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river flooding
Rivers may overflow, causing water to enter your home or basement. You may be trapped in a house or underground, or washed away. It is important to evacuate in advance.
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inland flooding
When it rains a lot, sewers and other facilities may not be able to drain the rainwater, causing water to overflow onto the ground. This is called "inland water flooding" (Naisui Hanran). This often happens in urban areas, and you can be affected by flooding even if you don't live near a river.
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Sediment disaster
Heavy rain can cause mountains and other slopes to suddenly collapse. At that time, large amounts of soil and stones crush houses and buildings and cut off roads. As a result, many people die every year.
Japan is a mountainous country with many areas at high risk of landslides. Do not go near mountains or cliffs during typhoons or heavy rain.
Hazard map
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How dangerous is where I live? Check the hazard map
There is a ``hazard map'' that lists dangerous places and evacuation sites in the event of wind and flood damage. These are issued by each local government and can be checked on the city hall website.
*The "Toyonaka City Comprehensive Hazard Map" is currently available at the City Hall Second Building 3rd Floor Crisis Management Division, Shin-Senri Branch Office, and Shonai Branch Office.