SHIZUOKA, Mar 21 (News On Japan) –
The Japanese authorities on March twenty first launched a report outlining countermeasures for volcanic ash within the occasion of a Mount Fuji eruption, together with a four-stage evacuation plan primarily based on ashfall quantity.
Shizuoka Prefecture plans to include the findings into its fundamental evacuation framework.
“The damage from volcanic ash rarely leads directly to loss of life. Residents are expected to continue living at home as much as possible. Therefore, it is essential to maintain adequate daily supplies as a basic principle,” stated Toshitsugu Fujii, chair of the federal government’s ashfall process drive for the Tokyo metropolitan space.
According to authorities estimates, a serious eruption of Mount Fuji may end in roughly 490 million cubic meters of volcanic ash — equal to about 400 Tokyo Domes — falling on residential areas, roads, and different infrastructure. This may severely disrupt each day life and financial exercise.
The report, compiled by a panel of specialists, outlines 4 evacuation phases relying on the ashfall quantity. In Stages 1 via 3, the place ash accumulation is lower than 30 centimeters, residents are typically anticipated to stay at house. In Stage 4, the place ash exceeds 30 centimeters, evacuation is suggested. The report additionally recommends households stockpile not less than one week’s value of provides, with two weeks’ value most popular the place attainable, to arrange for extended disruption.
Shizuoka Prefecture, along with Yamanashi and Kanagawa prefectures, has been creating hazard maps and fundamental evacuation plans via the Mount Fuji Volcanic Disaster Prevention Council.
“The effects and evacuation methods for each ashfall level require responses similar to those being considered in the Tokyo metropolitan area. Based on the national report, we will proceed with analysis and discussions next fiscal year and work on integrating them into the prefecture’s evacuation plan,” stated Hiroyuki Sakai, head of the Crisis Management Division of Shizuoka Prefecture.
Ash elimination and disposal additionally stay main challenges. The report notes the necessity for future research into short-term storage websites and last disposal strategies.
“It’s important to fear disasters correctly — knowing what could happen allows us to respond appropriately when the time comes. We hope people will pay more attention to Mount Fuji and understand the potential risks involved,” stated Sakai.
Source: SBSnews6