Typhoon Warning (August 30th, 2013)
- 公開日：2013年08月30日
Typhoon Warning (August 30th, 2013)
【Attention】(August 30th, 2013)
The typhoon #15 is approaching.
According to the weather forecast, “The typhoon (tropical cyclone) will hit Yamaguchi Prefecture from August 31th to September 1st.”
1. What is a typhoon?
○ During a typhoon there are strong winds and heavy rains.
○ Please be careful until the typhoon has completely passed.
2. Possible Problems
○ Objects might be blown around. In strong winds, trees and telephone poles may fall. (Windstorms,”Boufu”)
○ Strong winds may cause the ocean to rise. The ocean may flood. (High tides, “Takashio”)
○ Rain may cause rivers and irrigation channels to rise and overflow (Flooding, “Kozui”)
○ Houses might flood.
○ The earth and rock on mountains may slide down. (Landslides, “Doshakuzure”)
○ Electricity, gas, or water service might stop.
○ Airplanes might not fly. Trains and buses might stop.
3. What to do
○ Buy food and water in advance. Food like bread and cookies are good choices.
Choosing Food
① Pick food that does not need to be refrigerated.
② Pick food that does not need to be washed, cooked, or boiled.
○ Charge your cell phone. Have a flashlight available.
It is a good idea to have way to charge your cell phone with batteries.
○ Don’t go outside when it’s not necessary. Stay away from the ocean and rivers.
However, if you think that being at your house is dangerous, move quickly to a safer area.
