Winds and rains intensify residents' voice of anxiety Chiba Tateyama Jan. 8 12:16

In Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture, where a storm warning was announced, winds and rains began to intensify on the morning of August 8, and residents who were affected by the typhoon last year expressed concerns.

In the Tomisaki district of Tateyama City, even after four months from the typhoon in September of last year, many houses covered with blue sheets have not been repaired and full-scale roofs have not been repaired.

On the morning of the 8th, the wind and rain increased after the storm warning was announced, and the blue sheet was fluttering.

Residents in the district have been forced to reseat their seats many times since the disaster, and there have been calls for repairs. Is out.

Yukio Shimada (75), who lives with his wife and mother, had a severely damaged roof at home and said, "The repairs are expensive and I can't take measures against typhoons that will come soon. I have to apologize, but I'm thinking of moving to a place with less wind. "

In addition, Eikichi Toyosaki (91), who lives near the fishing port, said, "Three houses have moved around my home, and people are no longer visible. I am worried about what will happen to this area in the future." I was

Approximately 500 units in Chiba Prefecture lose power (as of 11:30 am)

According to TEPCO Chiba branch office,
As of 11:30 am,
In Chiba Prefecture, there are about 500 units, including about 400 in Tateyama and about 100 in Minamiboso.

TEPCO is examining the cause as a result of the strong wind and is urgently working on restoration work.