Hello, everyone.
This is Enta.
It seems the earthquake situation has calmed down considerably, and conditions in the surrounding area have improved.
Like being able to buy gas normally, or having electricity, right?
Here in Shimukappu Village, where I am now, electricity was restored fairly early on, so the situation isn't that critical.
In situations like this, I’d like to be able to make calm, rational decisions.
Things are starting to move forward, little by little, on-site as well.
The area in this photo is actually quite close by, but the scale of the slide is enormous.
It's not so much a slip as it is a total collapse.
It seems to be volcanic ash that shook loose and collapsed.
I guess it collapsed because the ground was already quite saturated from the rain, and then the earthquake caused it to shake.
Judging from the photos and drone footage, it doesn't seem to be very deep.
That's what's commonly known as a surface collapse, isn't it?
Still, it’s rare to see something on this scale.
I am praying that the missing person will be found as soon as possible.
Our work is called disaster prevention construction, right?
Isn't that a little weird??
Take a look at a mountain with surface collapse, like this one.
There have been casualties. Disaster prevention?
Can't you imagine what this mountain will look like in the future?
I suppose they're doing this to prevent it from collapsing again during an earthquake.
Formwork, anchors, rock bolts, etc.
Since it’s already collapsed, we’re carrying out the work on a mountain that won’t collapse much further (or won’t collapse at all).
In the name of disaster prevention...
I always feel something's off about this part.
Isn't this actually disaster prevention after the fact?
I can’t help but think that waiting until something actually happens to start preparing for disasters is, in a way, a waste of resources, don’t you think?
I think the true meaning of disaster prevention is to ensure that no one is harmed.
To minimize the number of casualties,
It’s about using funds allocated for post-disaster reconstruction to relocate residents living at the foot of a mountain that’s in danger of collapsing.
I know that writing something like this is basically undermining my own work, but...
Basically, the winner is always the natural choice. But there’s no way you can win naturally.
In that case, I guess I'd better run away, lol.
That said, our work is in disaster prevention, after all.
I’d really like to start taking disaster preparedness seriously from now on!
Every once in a while, I completely reject my own work and even my very existence. I wonder if doing that helps me see things more clearly?
See you later.
I always look forward to reading your posts.
I tackle my daily work inspired by this professional attitude. That said, making improvements certainly doesn’t happen overnight.
Every once in a while, I try to take a critical look at my own work...
I, who make excuses and look out only for myself, still don't understand,
Is this the state of mind that people who have steeled themselves and persevered eventually reach?
I'll savor this moment and get ready for tomorrow!
Thank you as always.
When you take your work seriously, you often gain new insights.
If you face it head-on, you won't be able to run away.
When there's nowhere left to run, you develop a sense of resolve. Once that resolve takes hold, you fight with all your might.
When you really go all out, your level goes up and up. Just like in Dragon Quest, lol.
As for me, I’m determined not to back out. No matter what kind of job I take on, I’ll never back out!
That said, I’ve never actually worked on a job that tough, though lol
Or rather, I don't really feel that way anymore...
Let's enjoy our work!
We look forward to your continued support.
Disaster preparedness after the fact—it really makes you think. I feel the same way.
I hope this will be of some help to those affected by the earthquake. Please be careful of aftershocks.
That new experiment on stress management ^ – ^ I'm curious about it. I want to steal their technique ^ – ^ No, I mean, I want to use it as a reference. I'm looking forward to it. Tomorrow is the pull-out test. If I'd known about that experiment sooner, I would have wanted to try it myself.
Take care of yourself. Stay safe~
Thank you as always.
Is there any way we can improve disaster response after the fact? ...
Actually, since I’ve often been to disaster sites right after earthquakes since I was young, I’m pretty used to aftershocks and can sleep just fine.
Thanks, lol
It's not really what you'd call a "skill," lol.
The key is to use existing tools to make management easier.
It's a little less accurate, though, but it definitely falls within the upper and lower limits! lol
It’s better to make construction management as easy and straightforward as possible. It also makes it easier to explain things.
Let's both do our best!! Take care!!