Typhoon No. 19 Calls to check generators and secure fuel, etc.
In response to the approach of Typhoon No. 19, which is large and very strong, the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry called for preparatory preparations such as inspecting emergency generators and securing fuel because there is a risk of a power outage.
The Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry of Hagiwara told reporters after the cabinet meeting on the 11th, “We will be prepared to prepare for the damage and power outage caused by the typhoon. We will endeavor to announce the recovery prospects and secure a system for early recovery. "
Based on the fact that last month's typhoon No. 15 caused a prolonged blackout, Mr. Sugawara said, `` Especially those who manage important facilities such as hospitals and water facilities should check emergency generators and use fuel. I would like to secure it.
In addition, I would like to ask people who have their own cars to make preparations in advance, such as filling up the fuel and avoiding unnecessary refueling. " The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has set up a disaster preparedness room in the province starting on the 12th, and staff members are working 24 hours a day to assess damage.