It has been 2011 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake that occurred on March 3, 11.Students will also remember the unprecedented catastrophe in the history of disasters caused by the natural disaster caused by the Tohoku-Chihou-Taiheiyo-Oki Earthquake and tsunami, and the accompanying accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station. I think there is.
15,899 people were killed, 6,157 were injured, and 2,525 were missing. Currently, more than 12 people are forced to live as evacuees.
I would like to offer my prayers for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives and extend my sympathies to those who are still living difficult lives.
While there is the phrase "10 years ago," there are surveys that show that the majority of the victims are not going smoothly with reconstruction. It has not becomeIn particular, Fukushima Prefecture, where the nuclear accident occurred, still has areas where entry is prohibited, and the situation continues to be severe.
For those of us who experienced the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, this kind of situation is by no means someone else's problem.I hope that the 10th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake will be an opportunity for students studying at our university, which is located in the area affected by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, to reflect on their own efforts in disaster prevention and mitigation. .
Considering the Nankai Trough earthquake that is expected in the near future, we should always prepare ourselves for disasters, never forget the awareness of crisis management, and never forget the spirit of helping each other with the people around us. I have to.
Our university has produced 218 qualified disaster prevention specialists this year, and continues to provide educational opportunities for safety and security.Please take this opportunity to once again pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased, think about the pain of the victims, and think about how you can contribute to the creation of a safe and secure society.
Reiwa 3/3/11
President Atsushi Hamana
