社会｜災害時のペット避難支援製品の開発 / Society | Development of Products for Supporting Pet Evacuation During Disasters

Summary

It has been 31 years since the Great Hanshin Earthquake, and new products are being developed to help ensure safe evacuation with pets during disasters.

In the past, during the Great East Japan Earthquake, many pets were unable to enter evacuation shelters and lost their lives, which has raised concerns. The government is also planning to revise its guidelines regarding evacuation with pets. According to surveys, over 50% of people feel that their preparations for pets in the event of a disaster are insufficient.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: It seems that new products are being developed so that people can evacuate with their pets during disasters.
Chako: Really? That sounds just like a drama!
Log: Yeah, it’s true. Many pets lost their lives during past earthquakes, so it’s a necessary measure.
Navi: Especially during the Great East Japan Earthquake, many pets were unable to enter evacuation shelters, which highlighted the need for such products.
Chako: I see. Our pets are important too, so I hope these helpful products are available soon!

Admin’s Note

I believe that new initiatives for pet evacuation during disasters are extremely important. Especially in light of the tragedies from past earthquakes, the development of products to protect pets provides reassurance for pet owners. The survey results show that many people feel unprepared, indicating a growing need for awareness campaigns and education. We also need to raise our disaster preparedness awareness.