18.07.09 NEWS ZERO Ichimen - What should and should not be done during flooding disaster

[arashitranslation]

With the large-scale flood disaster this time,
I think that many people are in trouble because their homes are stuck in water and mud.

I would like to convey what should and should not be done now.
(According to “when encountering disaster of flood” of “Disaster Connection Japan Network”)

First of all, in the occasion that your house is flooded,
it is important to take photos so one can understand the state of the damages.

They are necessary for taking the “disaster certificate” from the municipal government,
and claiming the insurance money from your insurance company.

When the water and mud is drawn, after the safety is secured,
photos should be taken from four directions outside the house in order to understand the depth of flooding.

And then, please do not forget to record the situation inside the house.

If there is a car which has been flooded in water,
please absolutely do not start the engine.
Even if it seems that there is no problem,
there is a danger of fire or electric shock.
Please do not rashly touch it, and please consult a repair shop etc.

Furthermore, even if the cash, in particular banknotes, are immersed in water or mud,
under certain conditions,
they can be changed to new banknotes at banks.

And then, since this is the season where molds are easy to grow,
drying and disinfection of the underfloor, walls, flooring etc. at home becomes important.

As for detailed instruction, there is a guide book created by an organization called “Disaster Connection Japan Network”.
Please search “when encountering disaster of flood”.

Source: http://www.ntv.co.jp/zero/ichimen/2018/07/post-365.html

Comments

[sutekinaj]

Thank you so much for translating. Highly appreciated.

[roo_kie]

Thank you sooo much!!!
Japan is amazing, the list to do in order prevent, in the disaster, and after is no joke!!