• According to the U.S. National Hurricane Center, as of October 2, Tropical Depression Eleven-E is located along the southern Pacific coast of Mexico, moving north at 4.8 km/h. It is expected to make landfall in southern Mexico around 6 a.m. this Friday, October 4. Tropical Storm Warnings remain in effect for parts of the southern coastal areas of Mexico.
• Japanese nationals staying in the coastal areas of southern Mexico, including Chiapas, Oaxaca, Veracruz, Tabasco, and Guerrero, should be vigilant for heavy rain, strong winds, storm surges, high waves, and potential flooding or landslides caused by heavy rain.
Preparedness Before Landfall/Approach
1. Gather the latest information from news outlets and relevant authorities.
2. Prepare for power outages by having flashlights, lighters, candles, portable radios, spare batteries, and necessary supplies such as drinking water, food, and gasoline.
3. Anticipate the possibility of evacuation by preparing passports, cash, rain gear, portable water, and food so they can be easily accessed.
4. Move or secure items that could be blown away by strong winds indoors.
5. Confirm evacuation locations and routes.
6. Discuss emergency contact methods and evacuation locations with family members.
7. If residing or staying in coastal areas, pay attention to the risk of storm surges and consider evacuating to a safe inland location in advance.
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U.S. National Hurricane Center:
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