Aomori City Enhances Disaster Preparedness with Public Release of Evacuation Facility Data
Aomori City, Japan – August 11, 2025 – In a significant step towards bolstering public safety and enhancing disaster preparedness, Aomori City has officially published a comprehensive list of its designated emergency evacuation shelters. The data, titled “Designated Emergency Evacuation Shelters, Designated General Evacuation Shelters, and Designated Welfare Shelters List (Open Data),” was made available to the public today, August 11, 2025, at 3:05 PM JST.
This release signifies Aomori City’s commitment to transparency and citizen engagement in crucial aspects of public safety. By providing open access to this vital information, the city aims to empower residents with the knowledge necessary to identify and locate the nearest and most appropriate shelters in the event of an emergency.
The published data includes detailed information on three key categories of evacuation facilities:
- Designated Emergency Evacuation Shelters (指定緊急避難場所): These are facilities designated for immediate evacuation during natural disasters such as earthquakes, typhoons, or heavy snowfall, where immediate safety from the hazard itself is the primary concern.
- Designated General Evacuation Shelters (指定一般避難所): These are facilities intended for sheltering individuals and families who have been displaced from their homes due to disasters, providing a safe haven for a longer duration.
- Designated Welfare Shelters (指定福祉避難所): These specialized shelters are equipped to accommodate individuals with specific needs, including the elderly, people with disabilities, infants, and pregnant women, ensuring their safety and comfort during emergencies.
The proactive release of this comprehensive dataset underscores Aomori City’s dedication to creating a more resilient community. Access to this information allows residents to familiarize themselves with their local evacuation routes and facilities well in advance of any potential disaster, thereby reducing confusion and facilitating more efficient evacuations when time is of the essence.
This initiative aligns with broader national efforts to promote disaster risk reduction and strengthen community preparedness. By embracing open data principles, Aomori City is not only making critical information readily available but also encouraging greater public understanding and participation in safety planning.
Residents and concerned citizens are encouraged to access and review the “Designated Emergency Evacuation Shelters, Designated General Evacuation Shelters, and Designated Welfare Shelters List (Open Data)” through the official Aomori City website. This proactive approach to information dissemination is a valuable resource for all who live, work, or visit Aomori City, contributing to a safer and more prepared community.
指定緊急避難場所及び指定一般避難所並びに指定福祉避難所一覧表（オープンデータ）
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