A new cavity in the basement near the road collapse "National cooperation" Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism November 6, 11:25
Last month, the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akabane said, "We will cooperate firmly in the investigation of the East Nippon Expressway and the investigation of the cause," regarding the collapse of the road in the residential area of Chofu City, Tokyo, and the discovery of a new cavity underground. I did.
In a residential area in Chofu City, Tokyo, a road collapsed last month, and the East Nippon Expressway, which is constructing a tunnel for the "Tokyo Outer Ring Road" deep underground, was investigating the cause, and 40 from the collapse site. It was revealed that a new cavity was found in the north of the meter.
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akabane said, "At the panel of experts considering countermeasures, this cavity is not in a state where it will immediately change the ground surface, but it is desirable to carry out backfilling work as soon as possible. It was confirmed. "
After that, he said, "I would like to cooperate firmly in the investigation and investigation of the cause of the East Nippon Expressway so that the anxiety of the residents can be removed as soon as possible." Has made it clear that the government will cooperate to explain it carefully to the residents and related local governments.