Before Heavy Rain or Flooding
- Prepare flashlights and a battery-powered radio in case of a power outage.
- Store drinking water in case the water supply is cut off.
- Get an emergency bag ready with essentials and valuables in case you need to evacuate.
- Pay close attention to weather forecasts, especially warnings about typhoons, rain, or strong winds.
- Stay indoors. If you’re already outside, return home as soon as possible.
- Move items in your home to higher places if there’s a chance of water entering.
- Make sure that vulnerable people such as the elderly, babies, children, people who are ill, or those with disabilities stay in a safe room. Evacuate early if needed.
- Discuss evacuation routes and how to contact each other if separated with your family.
Preparing for Landslides
Landslides are more likely to occur during typhoons or heavy rainfall.
Evacuation procedures vary depending on where you live and your family situation. It’s important to assess the risks yourself and evacuate early when necessary. If you live in an area at risk of landslides, or if you have elderly family members or others who may need extra time to evacuate, be especially sure to act early.
During Heavy Rain or Flooding
Alert Levels
Key Points for Evacuation
- Stay away from rising rivers
- Wear comfortable clothing and carry only essential items
- Avoid driving and evacuate on foot
- Evacuate in groups of two or more
- Be cautious when walking through flooded areas
- Do not use underpasses or underground walkways
Information Sources
Hamamatsu City “Disaster Safety Hot Mail”
A service that sends emergency alerts, weather updates, and evacuation shelter information via email to registered users’ mobile phones and other devices.
HICE Facebook
ＦM Haro!
In the event of a disaster, Hamamatsu City will provide the latest updates, including disaster information and evacuation shelter openings.
Japan Meteorological Agency website
Saipos Radar
You can access the latest information on river water levels, rainfall, and other conditions within Shizuoka Prefecture.
Saipos Radar (Shizuoka Prefecture Civil Engineering Disaster Information)
Hamamatsu City Disaster Multilingual Support Center
In accordance with the Hamamatsu City Regional Disaster Prevention Plan, the Hamamatsu City Disaster Multilingual Support Center was established to assist foreign residents during disasters. An agreement between the City of Hamamatsu and the Hamamatsu International Exchange Foundation was signed on March 5, 2015, to set up and operate the center.
