In Case of Flood Risk

• 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.