Damage Report regarding the Earthquake
Information accurate as of 05:30pm, April 15th, 2016.
1. Casualties
Two cases of light injury have been reported from the staff and faculty of Kumamoto University.
The safety of about 2,500 Kumamoto University students has been confirmed. The safety of the remaining students is still under investigation.
2. Material damage
Damage has occurred to a chimney and the roof tiles of the Memorial Museum of the Fifth High School.
Other buildings have suffered cracked walls and water damage.
Laboratory equipment has suffered falling damage. Currently, there is no report of damage with regard to chemicals, etc. The extent of the damage is still under investigation.
3. University Hospital
Medical care is being provided as usual.
Persons injured as a result of the earthquake are being accepted for medical treatment.
4. Utilities
Gas supply has been temporarily stopped in Kurokamikita, Kyomachi and Oe campuses.
Other conditions are currently under investigation.
5. Evacuation Zones
The North Kurokami Campus Gymnasium and sports field, as well as the Oe gymnasium have been established as evacuation shelters.
Although aftershocks continue, we will strive to comprehend the extent of the damage and ensure the safety of the university.
