The governor calls before issuing the "Emergency Declaration" New Coronavirus April 7 11:23

On the morning of the 7th, we asked the prefectural governor of the target prefecture about the announcement of an “Emergency Declaration” based on the Special Measures Law on New Coronavirus Countermeasures targeting Tokyo and other places.

Governor of Koike, Tokyo

Governor Koike told reporters on Tuesday, "Reducing the flow of people is the first point in overcoming the virus, and it's important to start from there. It's a life-threatening problem, and we want them to work together and win the battle in as short a time as possible. "

In addition, as for responding to businesses seeking leave, "I want to make sure that everyone who says," What's going on? "Will be able to communicate the countermeasures. Have them cooperate to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. I would like to reduce the contents and incorporate it into the next supplementary budget. "

Osaka Prefecture Governor Yoshimura

Governor Yoshimura of Osaka Prefecture told NHK on the morning of the 7th, "Today a declaration of emergency is issued and Osaka will be designated. Foodstuffs are ok, so please do not buy anything etc. "

He said, “Going home is the most effective way to prevent infection by staying at home, except for going to the hospital, buying food, or working, because staying out of the home can save many lives. I would like to ask for your cooperation. "He urged the citizens to refrain from unnecessary and urgent outings and buying up food.

Osaka Prefecture will hold a meeting at the Task Force Headquarters at 1:30 pm to determine specific measures to accompany the Declaration of Emergency.
After the meeting, Governor Yoshimura will explain the details and reasons to reporters.

Hyogo Prefectural Governor

The governor of Hyogo prefecture, after 9 o'clock in the morning on Monday, told NHK when he entered the prefectural office, saying, "Based on what had been requested to the citizens of the prefecture, such as self-restraint in Tokyo and Osaka, the so-called" 3 Based on the government policy, we would like to cooperate with Osaka well enough to increase the restrictions on the use of private facilities.

Governor Ido said, "Hyogo Prefecture is large and it is premised that regional responses will be made in comparison with other local governments. Infectious situations vary from region to region, and requests will be made based on the differences. "And expressed the idea of ​​dividing the level of appeal between the southern prefectures, such as Kobe City and the Hanshin area, where many infected people are occurring, and the Tajima region, which is northern prefectures where no infected people appear.

Governor Well said, "The basic principle of avoiding infection is how to avoid contact between people. The people of the prefecture have to wash their hands, gargle, rest, and curb going out. I would like to ask for your cooperation. "