Preparation is important! Thinking about disaster prevention in famili

In recent years, some kind of disaster occurs somewhere every year in Japan. Considering the disaster and evacuation of babies, it can be even more worrying and anxiety than adults alone.
The other day, BABY&Me's official Instagram featured disaster prevention expert Watanabe Erika and held a collaboration Instagram live show, where they discussed their concerns about disaster prevention and their real experiences during the Great East Japan Earthquake. Based on what Watanabe taught us, let's take a look at disaster prevention again.

What does disaster prevention mean?

According to the Cabinet Office's Disaster Prevention Information Page, Japan is a country that is "a prone to disasters caused by typhoons, heavy rain, heavy snowfall, floods, landslides, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, etc.".
Disaster prevention refers to the prevention of disasters and preparations that we, as we live in Japan, where various disasters are prone to occurrence, and to minimize the damage that we suffer.
You need to be prepared on a daily basis to protect not only yourself but also your family's lives, including your baby.

What is safety?

"Safety" is the opposite of danger. What kind of state does it refer to in the first place?
One of the reasons is that there is less risk of life threatening or getting injured. Hygienically controlled without worrying about disease infectionIt may also include the condition.
Knowing the dangerous and safe places in your home and in your area will make it possible to evacuate without panic in the event of an emergency.

In the event of an earthquake, the sturdy building is key.
Buildings that meet the earthquake resistance standards set by the Building Standards Act are proven to be able to withstand earthquakes of a certain level of strength, so you can rest assured. From May 31, 1981, due to legal revisions, the system was divided into "old earthquake-resistant" and "new earthquake-resistant." It's a good idea to check which one is right for your home.
In the house, four things are dangerous: falling, falling, rolling or sliding, and breaking. If you don't have these or take measures such as preventing falls and glass shattering, it can be said to be a safe environment.
For information on local dangers, hazard maps published by local governments and others can be helpful.
When it comes to disasters, there are various types, sizes, and surrounding environments, so unfortunately there is no absolute manual for "This is how you can be safe." There's not one correct answer. You need to imagine a variety of situations and find the right safety for you.

First of all, what's important?

The important thing is to know what kind of disasters can occur in your area. It is also important to be aware of disaster prevention on a regular basis.

▼"Things to Keep in mind" supervised by disaster prevention expert Watanabe Erika

What is a hazard map?

A hazard map is a map that shows locations and evacuation sites that are thought to be dangerous in the event of a disaster. The dangerous locations vary depending on the type of natural disaster, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and landslides, so you need to check each map.
The color code is based on the level of danger, so it is a guideline for evacuation to know when the danger is likely to be in the area where you live.
It's safe to not only look at the map, but also walk around the neighborhood and check the risk level while imagining what changes might happen in the event of a disaster, and checking safe evacuation sites and evacuation routes.

▼"How to View Hazard Maps" Supervised by Disaster Prevention Engineer Watanabe Erika

It's not necessarily the case that the disaster will occur at home

We don't know when a disaster will occur. There is a possibility that the disaster will occur anywhere other than your home. Make sure to check hazard maps and visually dangerous and safe locations not only at home, but also at work and around places you often visit. We also recommend simulating how you will return home in the event of a disaster while you're out.

How do you protect your baby?

Since there is a relatively long time between the heavy rain that causes the disaster, and the disaster, it is easy to take measures such as evacuating with the baby, but earthquakes can occur instantly without warning.
If the shaking is too big, you may not be able to move as you would expect, and even if you are in the same room, you may not be able to even go to the baby. Wait until the shaking subsides and head to the baby. To ensure safety during this time lag, it is important to be careful when placing furniture and other items on a daily basis so that things do not fall or fall on top of the baby, and not lie under the lights or windows.

Is there a pose that can protect your baby?

If the baby and mother and father are the same in the event of an earthquake, the baby will be protected by the "dumpling pose" to protect their lives.
Mom and Dad sit upright, open his knees, and cover from above so that the baby's shoulders and limbs fit between Mom and Dad's thighs. Mom and Dad should protect the back of their head with both hands in case something falls or falls.

The purpose of the dango pose is to protect your head. First of all, it is important to protect yourself in a safe place.

What to do with evacuation?

Depending on the type and degree of disaster, we will decide whether to evacuate to an evacuation center or to evacuate from home inside the home. If you have a baby, it is often inconvenient to be at an evacuation center, so evacuation at home may be a good idea if you can check the safety of your home.
In the case of an earthquake, the earthquake resistance standard for your home is also one criterion.
As mentioned in "Things to Keep in mind on a Everyday Life", having even one room in your home where you can avoid four dangers (that fall, fall, moving, and breaking) can be useful whether you are temporarily evacuating or spending a while evacuating from home.

◆Points to evacuate with a baby

Even children who are old enough to walk can often be criticized in the event of a disaster, so it is safe to carry or carry them on. It is important to use a baby carrier so that adults can use both hands.
When evacuating, it is said that a good idea to wear a carry-on bag that will allow wider visibility and increase mobility.

What are the tips for stockpiling?

In the event of a disaster, food, water, household goods, etc. may not be fully available for a long time. If you are evacuating from home, you can use the cassette stove to cook even if the gas and electricity are turned off, so you can handle it by rolling stock of regular ingredients. If you are evacuating to a place other than your home, it is convenient to use something lightweight and easy to carry and can be eaten without using fire.

In addition, the fact that it is a familiar ingredient can also help relieve stress at evacuation centers.
In addition to stocking emergency food, we also recommend tasting it on a daily basis and storing your favorite snacks.

It is necessary to have plenty of baby milk, baby food, and diapers. It's a good idea to keep rolling stock on a regular basis.

▼"Stocking-out thinking" supervised by disaster prevention expert Watanabe Erika