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Japan's preparedness saved lives in March disaster: UN official

Source(s): Japan Today
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UN Special Representative for Disaster Risk Reduction, Margareta Walhström recently stressed that the effective disaster preparedness including strong building codes, constant drills among the population and a well-functioning early warning system, saved lives when the massive earthquake and tsunami hit Japan last March, reports Japan Today.

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Last checked: 16 July 2021

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Themes Capacity development Early warning Preparedness Structural safety
Country and region Japan

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