09-06-2017:

In lieu of rising tensions between the United States and the

Democratic People`s Republic of Korea, the Japanese government
has compiled a series of countermeasures to ensure civilian safety
and prevent loss of life.

The Civilian Protection Law is as follows: The civilian

protection law is set in place to ensure the safety of Japanese
citizens in the event of any aggressive action by a hostile nation.
In accordance with this we will set about to implement measures
which set about cooperation between every level of government to
ensure that loss of life and property are kept at the most
miniscule of levels.

The Cabinet Secretariat Civilian Protection Portal Site

(http://www.kokuminhogo.go.jp/) contains vital information/FAQs
regarding what to do in case of such an emergency. The
information can also be viewed in English.

Appropriate action to take during the event of a missile

strike:

In the event of an incoming missile, various governmental

agencies will transmit information to affected regions via J
(National Alert System)

Alarms and sirens will sound outside, and cellular phones will
receive air mail messages, and updates will be sent through
emergency messages.

When a message has been received, please make sure to listen for
any updates via television or radio station. Please act
accordingly, and follow any and all governmental orders/edicts
There`s a short window of time from when a ballistic
missile launches, and its moment of touchdown. Please take
following precautions:

Take refuge in, or near a solid/sturdy building, or go

underground if possible. If neither of these options is available,
then drop to the ground and take cover.

If inside, please stay away from windows, or move to a room

where there are no windows.

Things that civilians can do in case of an emergency:

-Take part in any sponsored training available that is related to

disaster preparation.

- If you see, or witness, any suspicious person or activity please

contact the police.
- Help the elderly/injured in times of evacuation.
- Make sure that emergency provisions are stored in your
domicile, and assist workers in distributing rations

- Follow the orders of all safety officers

- If outside please follow any evacuation orders and proceed to

designated evacuation center.

- Questions/Answers:

Q. What sort of items should I have in case of such a disaster?

A. Normal preparatory provisions should be sufficient.

Q. In terms of an attack/disaster, will I still have the same

freedoms and liberties?
A. We will do our best to maintain all precepts and laws, but in
cases of emergency, the edicts and precepts of emergency
personnel.