Hankyu Bus to Conduct Temporary Bus Stop Drill for Major Earthquake Scenario on September 3

When will it happen?

Tuesday, September 3, from around 15:03 for about 1 minute

Where will it happen?

Some Hankyu Bus vehicles currently in service
(Including regular service vehicles, out-of-service vehicles, and community buses that can safely stop in a safe location)

What will they do?

15:00 Passengers onboard will be informed that the drill is taking place
15:03 A seismic intensity 7 earthquake with its epicenter in Osaka Prefecture occurs (scenario)
　① Vehicles taking part in the drill will turn on their hazard lights and stop in a safe location
　② Crew members will explain the situation to passengers onboard and check whether anyone is injured
15:04 Passengers will be informed that the drill has ended, and normal service will resume

Can anyone participate?

The drill is for passengers who are riding the bus at the time

Other Notes

During the drill, buses will stop for about 1 minute, so arrival times at each bus stop may be delayed

Finally

Quick action is needed during an earthquake, so drills like this are important. It may be reassuring to know that this kind of training is carried out even on the buses we use every day. If you happen to be on a bus during the drill, let’s watch calmly and support the crew😊