As you maybe be aware, a major earthquake with a seismic intensity of 6 - struck the Hyuganada District, Miyazaki Prefecture area on August 8th (Thu.). 

Osaka did not experienced a tremor but some of you may have experienced the earthquake outside of Osaka. We genuinely hope that everyone is safe and sound.

In addition, the Nankai Trough Earthquake Temporary Information (huge earthquake warning) was issued in conjunction with this earthquake.

Please refer to the following links that may help you gather information on earthquakes and learn about countermeasures.

Featured report on the earthquake: Megaquake advisory issued, tsunami advisories lifted

(Students not familiar with the "Nankai Trough Earthquake" are recommended to read this first)

Information on earthquakes and other natural disasters (English):

• NHK Earthquake Information
• Safe Travel Information | Travel Japan（Japan National Tourism Organization）
• Osaka Disaster Prevention Net (multi languages)
• Tokyo Fire Department (multi languages)
• Safety tips for travelers (download app) (multi languages)

Disaster Preparedness：

• Disaster Prevention Portal (multi languages)
• Disaster Preparedness (Nagoya International Center) (English)

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