Preparation for Major Earthquake

In Minato City, sheltering and continuing to live at home without going to an evacuation shelter when major earthquake strikes is recommended, if your home has not suffered any damage. To shelter at home, it is very important to be prepared for a disaster at home.

Be prepared for disaster

Stockpiling at home

The rolling stock method of stockpiling supplies while using them is effective in preparing for a disaster.

1. Purchase a lot at the beginning. A guideline is to buy an amount that you can use up by the expiry date.
2. Use in order from the items with the shortest expiry dates.
3. Supply that you have consumed and constantly maintain a fixed amount of supplies.

The rolling stock method can be used not only for food supplies, but also for daily necessities. Buy and stock items that you use frequently in daily life, such as aluminum foil and plastic bags, and supply only the portion that you use up so that you do not have to worry about it in an emergency.

Keep the home safe

Furniture that topples over or falls can block evacuation routes and lead to evacuation delays during an emergency. Fix large furniture pieces firmly in place and be creative in arranging the furniture to create a safe and secure home.