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NATURAL DISASTERS 災害（桜島）
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Mt Sakurajima (Active Volcano)
One of Japan’s most active volcanoes, Mt. Sakurajima, is located just four kilometres from the city. Living on an active volcano may not alarm you, but an eruption is something you should be prepared for, just in case. In recent years, Sakurajima’s activity has taken the form of showering the city with ash. The last major eruption was in 1914, when the Osumi peninsula was joined to Sakurajima island by lava flows. While there is no present danger, it is a good idea to know what to do in case a major eruption takes place.
If Mt. Sakurajima does erupt you will hear sirens and bells to alert the public. Turn on your television or radio to get more detailed information.
If Mt. Sakurajima erupts
1. DO NOT PANIC!!
2. Contact your neighbours
3. Call the police or City Hall Fire Department to find out details
4. Know your designated meeting place, shelter or sea port
5. Have your emergency kit prepared.
6. Put on a helmet, shoes, goggles and mask
7. Go to your designated evacuation point. Each ward has a supervisor who knows how to handle the situation. Please follow the supervisor’s instructions carefully.
For people who live on Sakurajima: Do all of the above and then board an evacuation boat. |
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