Why single households are lagging in earthquake preparedness ?

Focusing on reasons for preparing/not preparing after the Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information (Megaquake Advisory)

Abstract

In this study, we analyzed the awareness and behavior of single households before and after the Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information (Megaquake Advisory) .The study revealed the following: (1) Single households tend to have poor neighborhood relations, making it difficult for them to receive information in the event of a disaster. (2) Approximately 50% of the respondents answered that they should “confirm evacuation sites and routes” and “stock up on water and food” after receiving the Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information (Megaquake Advisory). (3) Differences in actual preparedness were observed depending on whether an earthquake early warning was announced in residence. (4) The anxiety they feel differs depending on whether an earthquake early warning was announced in their area of residence (5) Cost (money and effort) and fading fear of earthquakes are issues when implementing preparedness.