Yokota Air Base to Conduct Public Address System Test on September 2nd, 2025
Fussa City, Tokyo – August 21, 2025 – Fussa City has been notified by the Yokota Air Base that a test of the Public Address (PA) system will be conducted on Monday, September 2nd, 2025. Residents in the vicinity of the base may hear announcements during this scheduled test.
The purpose of this test is to ensure the operational readiness and effectiveness of the Public Address system, which is a critical component for communicating important information to base personnel and potentially to the surrounding community in the event of an emergency. Regular testing is a standard practice for such essential systems.
While the exact times for the test have not been specified, it is understood that the PA system will be activated at various intervals throughout the day. The announcements are expected to be brief and are for testing purposes only.
Fussa City understands that any sound emanating from the base can cause concern for residents. The city wishes to reassure the public that this is a planned and routine operational test. However, in the unlikely event that any residents experience unusual distress or have specific concerns during the testing period, they are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities at Yokota Air Base for further information or clarification.
Further details regarding the test, should they become available, will be communicated by Fussa City. Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels.
横田基地におけるPAS（パブリック・アドレス・システム）のテストの実施について（令和7年9月2日）
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