Managing Earthquakes In Japan

Question 1

(Modifying vulnerability) examples of mitigation strategies used here

Answer 1

Fireproofing older wooden buildings- common in historic districts

Land use zoning to show people where safe open spaces are in the event of an earthquake

Tsunami warning systems off the coast

Community preparedness- ongoing education for all ages

Question 2

(Modifying loss) can Japan use resources to manage losses?

Answer 2

As the 3rd largest economy, yes

Question 3

(Modifying loss) recovery and reconstruction plans

Answer 3

Well rehersed at national, regionalcand local scales that can be actioned immediately

Question 4

(Modifying loss) what is the aim of the recovery abd reconstruction plans?

Answer 4

Rebuild physically, economically and socially ASAP