Key Facts
• On September 1, 11:00 AM, Morioka City will hold the ‘ShakeOut’ drill.
• The drill simulates earthquakes with magnitudes of 5 (weak) to 7 (strong).
• Participants practice three safety actions: Drop, Cover, and Hold for 1 minute.
• The drill began in the U.S. in 2008 and started in Morioka in 2016.
• Last year, 330 groups and 46,093 people participated in the event.
• Alerts will be sent via local FM radio, mobile emails, and a disaster app.
• Registration for groups and participants closes on August 31 at 5:00 PM.
• Post-drill activities include evacuation training and emergency supply checks.
• Officials emphasize the importance of preparedness for unpredictable disasters.
Summary
Morioka City will conduct its annual ‘ShakeOut’ earthquake drill on September 1, simulating seismic activity to promote disaster preparedness. Participants will practice safety actions-Drop, Cover, and Hold-for one minute, with alerts issued via radio, mobile emails, and a disaster app. The initiative, inspired by a U.S. program launched in 2008, has been held in Morioka since 2016. Last year, over 46,000 people joined the drill, which also includes optional post-drill activities like evacuation training and emergency supply checks. Officials urge residents to participate, highlighting the importance of readiness for unforeseen disasters.
