How to obtain disaster information and evacuation information

There are two ways to obtain information: [push type], which allows you to automatically obtain information if you register in advance in advance, and [pull type], which is a means of obtaining information independently. There is. Also, what kind of information is provided depends on the source of the information, so try to register once and select the one that is easy to use while actually checking it.

※In addition to the following, there are various apps such as "NHK News Disaster Prevention", so please use them according to your own usage method.

"Yokohama City Evacuation Navi" is a disaster prevention application created by the conclusion of an agreement between Yokohama City, private companies, and universities.
During normal times, it can be used to check hazard maps and shelters, automatically determine the dangers of the current location, and create a My Timeline.
In the event of a disaster, evacuation information linked to the My Timeline is sent push notification, allowing you to check the opened evacuation sites and routes.
　　Yokohama City Evacuation Navigation Flyer (PDF: 4,665KB)
　　Yokohama City Evacuation Navi Introduction Page (Details, Installation Method)

You can choose which point and what type of information you want to get.
If you set a push notification in advance, you can get information as soon as possible in the event of a disaster.
In addition to information on evacuation warning issued by Yokohama City and Konan Ward Office, we can also set weather warnings such as heavy rain warnings and heavy rain forecasts.
※Please note that evacuation sites information during storm and flood damage may not be linked to the opening information provided by Yokohama City.

Entering Yahoo! Disaster Prevention Bulletin App (outside site) (outside site)

There are two official accounts related to Konan Ward: You can get the latest information by following the official account and enabling push notification settings. In addition, even if it is not set in advance, it is also possible to check the distribution information later.

City of Yokohama, General Affairs Bureau Crisis Management Office (Yokohama City Disaster Prevention Twitter)

We distribute weather information and disaster information related to the entire Yokohama city.

Disaster Information in Konan-ku, Yokohama (Konan Ward Office Twitter)

We distribute disaster and emergency information from disaster headquarters Konan Ward.

This service distributes various types of disaster information via e-mail, including information on seismic intensity in the event of an earthquake and information on storm and flood damage such as weather warningsevacuation warning. By registering your e-mail address in advance, you can receive the latest information by e-mail in the event of a disaster.
It is characterized by the fact that the items of the information to be distributed and the target area can be set according to each request. In particular, "river water level information" can be selected, so it is recommended for those who live in areas subject to flooding.
For details on how to register, please refer to the Disaster Prevention Information Email page.

This service distributes crisis information that is familiar to Konan residents by e-mail.
In addition to the installation status of the ward disaster countermeasures alert headquarters, etc. accompanying the weather warning, we will deliver warning information on crimes that occur frequently in the city.
In the event of storm and flood damage, we will also deliver the status of opening and congestion in evacuation sites.
For details on how to register, please refer to the Konan Ward Safety and Security Information Email.

This system provides highly urgent information such as the evacuation warning and Earthquake Early Warning from Yokohama City, the Japan Meteorological Agency, and the Fire and Disaster Management Agency via a network of telecommunications carriers. There is no need to register your e-mail address in advance, and e-mails are automatically sent to smartphones and mobile phones in Yokohama City.
※It will be distributed to smartphones and mobile phones in "Yokohama City", so if you are out of Yokohama City, you will receive information about the area instead of the information about Yokohama City.
※Depending on the telecommunications company or model you are using, it may not be supported or settings may be required. For more information, please refer to the following website.

In the event of a disaster, disaster information will be posted on the Konan Ward website and on the Yokohama City Disaster Prevention Information Portal (outside site).
On these pages, you can check the evacuation warning and the opened evacuation sites.
In addition, on page (outside site) of Yokohama-shi flood disaster information, we can confirm water level of each river in the city and image of installed camera.
However, in the event of a disaster, the number of accesses may increase, so it may take some time to display the site, so please prepare to obtain information on other e-mail services etc. .

In addition to watching the disaster information broadcast on news programs, etc., you can display and check the disaster information on the screen by pressing the "d button" on the TV remote control.
※The configuration varies depending on the channel, so let's try it out.

When you call the Konan Ward Emergency Information Transmission System (telephone 050-5490-3993), you will automatically hear the latest developments in evacuation warning and evacuation sites. The feature is that even those who cannot use the Internet, smartphones, or e-mail can get the latest information at the timing they want to check.
※This system started operation in December 2021.
※The communication fee will be borne by yourself.
※Information distribution training is conducted several times a year, so you can listen to test messages during the training period.

June Friday, June 7, 2024 12:00 to Friday, June 14 12:00　
Saturday, August 31, 2024 12:00 to Saturday, September 7 12:00　
From December Friday, December 6, 2024 12:00 to Friday, December 13 12:00
(If there is a possibility that an event related to a real disaster, such as the announcement of a weather warning, during the training period, the training distribution will be discontinued.)

In the event of a disaster, we may carry out patrol publicity by car at fire departments, fire brigade, ward offices, etc., or broadcast disaster information from disaster prevention speakers installed in the ward. However, due to the sound of rain and wind and location, it may be difficult to reach the sound from speakers. If the broadcast is flowing, danger may be imminent, so if you notice the broadcast, try to collect information by other means.