Now is the time for flood prevention measures during the rainy season: Part 1 [Environmental Measures VOL.5]

Looking back on the year 2024, which was marked by many memorable disasters, let us reconsider disaster prevention measures. The year 2024 began with the Noto Peninsula earthquake on January 1st and saw significant disasters across the country, particularly in Kyushu and the Tohoku region, including heavy rains and heatstroke incidents due to record-breaking heat. First, I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to all those affected, as well as to their families and related parties. I also extend my deep respect to everyone who has worked tirelessly for the relief of victims and the support of recovery in disaster-stricken areas. I pray for the safety of those in affected regions and for a swift recovery. Over the past year, we have been distributing information related to labor safety and environmental safety in the form of white papers. This time, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the disasters of 2024 as a summary and reconsider the disaster prevention measures we can take now.

Looking back on the many memorable disasters that occurred in 2024, let us reconsider disaster preparedness. The year 2024 began with the Noto Peninsula earthquake on January 1st and became notable for various disasters across the country, particularly in Kyushu and the Tohoku region, including heavy rains and heatstroke incidents due to record-breaking heat. First and foremost, I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathies to all those affected, as well as to their families and related parties. I also express my deep respect for everyone who has been working tirelessly to assist disaster victims and support the recovery of affected areas. I pray for the safety of those in disaster-stricken regions and for a swift recovery. Over the past year, we have been distributing information related to labor safety and environmental safety in the form of white papers. This time, as a summary, I would like to reflect on the disasters of 2024 and reconsider the disaster preparedness measures we can take now.

Looking back on the many memorable disasters that occurred in 2024, let us once again consider disaster prevention measures. The year 2024 began with the Noto Peninsula earthquake on January 1st and became a year marked by notable disasters across the country, particularly in Kyushu and the Tohoku region, including heavy rains and heatstroke incidents due to record-breaking heat. First of all, I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to all those affected, as well as to their families and related parties. I also extend my deep respect to everyone who has been working tirelessly for the relief of victims and the support of recovery in disaster-stricken areas. I pray for the safety of those in affected regions and for a swift recovery. Over the past year, we have been distributing information related to labor safety and environmental safety in the form of white papers. This time, as a summary, I would like to reflect on the disasters of 2024 and reconsider the disaster prevention measures we can take now.

Looking back on the memorable disasters that occurred in 2024, let us reconsider disaster prevention measures. The year 2024 began with the Noto Peninsula earthquake on January 1st and was marked by numerous significant disasters across the country, particularly heavy rains and heatstroke incidents due to record-breaking heat, especially in Kyushu and the Tohoku region. First, I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to all those affected, as well as to their families and related parties. I also extend my deep respect to everyone who has been working diligently for the relief of victims and the support of recovery in disaster-stricken areas. I pray for the safety of those in affected regions and for a swift recovery. Over the past year, we have been distributing information related to labor safety and environmental safety in the form of white papers. This time, as a summary, I would like to reflect on the disasters of 2024 and reconsider the disaster prevention measures we can take now.