Key Facts
• On August 3, a tsunami evacuation drill was conducted at a beach in Shima City, Mie Prefecture.
• The drill simulated a magnitude 6+ Nankai Trough earthquake.
• Participants included surfers and beachgoers.
• At 10:00 AM, a tsunami warning siren was activated.
• Drones equipped with speakers urged people to evacuate from the shoreline.
• Surfers exited the water and moved to nearby tsunami evacuation towers.
• Participants noted the importance of quick action and the distance to safety.
• Three evacuation towers, installed last year, are located 5–10 minutes from the beach.
• This was the first time the towers were used as a drill site.
Summary
A tsunami evacuation drill was held on August 3 at a renowned surfing beach in Shima City, Mie Prefecture. The exercise simulated a magnitude 6+ Nankai Trough earthquake, targeting surfers and beachgoers. At 10:00 AM, a tsunami warning siren sounded, and drones with speakers directed people to evacuate. Participants moved to three evacuation towers, installed last year and located 5–10 minutes from the beach. The drill emphasized the importance of swift action and preparedness in the event of a real tsunami.
