In areas where there is a risk of flooding, residents must prepare for evacuation and stock up on sand bags and tubes to prevent water from flooding the house.
Residents of areas with a high risk of flooding must always keep track of weather changes through radio, TV, or the internet.
Children and the elderly must stay indoors.
Stay informed of flood evacuation locations and routes in advance.
Avoid slopes or areas at risk of mudslide.
DO NOT walk or drive around in areas you are unfamiliar with or places that are flooded up to your knees.
Refrain from driving on roads along slopes where rocks and small stones can slide down. Before passing through such an area, look around to make sure it’s safe before proceeding.
Take careful note of warning signs regarding ponds and pits.
Since wells can become contaminated, always have drinking water ready at hand.
When Your Home Becomes Flooded
In the event of sudden flooding, evacuate to higher ground.
If you have time, bring any items in the front or backyard inside your house and rearrange items within the house accordingly.
Shut off the electric circuit breaker and close the gas valve.
Fill the bath tub with water in case the water supply becomes contaminated.
Be careful not to go near floodwater that has rushed into your home.
DO NOT walk into flowing water.
DO NOT drive in flooded areas.
Take careful note of warning signs regarding ponds and pits.
After arriving at the designated shelter, inform the authorities of your arrival and follow their directions
After the Flood Subsides
As the floodwater recedes, stay away from the water. It may be contaminated with oil or other hazardous materials.
People can be easily swept away by flowing floodwater, even as deep as only 15 centimeters.
In areas affected by flooding, roads may be washed out and at risk of collapse.
Stay away from disaster hit regions.
Use soap to thoroughly wash yourself after exposure to floodwater.
DO NOT enter the house right away. Make sure to check for the possibility of structural collapse.
Check if gas and electricity has been turned OFF. You may turn on gas and electricity only after a proper safety inspection has been completed.
Gas might have leaked and accumulated inside the house, so DO NOT light a match or use a lighter. Open windows and ventilate the house.
DO NOT consume food or ingredients that have been exposed to contaminated water.
Use tap water and drinking water ONLY after proper tests to rule out contamination have been completed.