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Secondary Evacuation for Elderly Requires Uninterrupted Daily Care: Experts Q&A

From NHK · () Japanese

Translated from Japanese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Experts advise that when elderly or support-requiring individuals undertake secondary evacuation after a disaster, ensuring continuity of their daily care is paramount.
  • This guidance comes as secondary evacuation plans, such as moving to hotels, are being considered for areas affected by the recent Kumamoto earthquake.
  • The advice highlights the risk of disaster-related deaths among vulnerable populations if their care routines are disrupted.

As secondary evacuation plans are being formulated for areas impacted by the recent Kumamoto earthquake, experts are emphasizing the critical need to maintain consistent daily care for vulnerable populations. This includes the elderly and individuals requiring support, who face a heightened risk of disaster-related deaths if their routines are disrupted.

The advice comes as affected regions are exploring options like temporary accommodation in hotels for those needing to evacuate a second time. The focus is on ensuring that the transition does not interrupt essential care services, which are vital for the well-being and safety of these individuals.

Experts stress that continuity of care is the most crucial factor when facilitating secondary evacuations for the elderly and those with specific support needs. This proactive approach aims to mitigate the risks associated with disaster-related mortality and ensure that these individuals receive the necessary attention and assistance throughout the evacuation process.

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Originally published by NHK in Japanese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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