Japan to apply reconstruction aid law to all of Kumamoto Prefecture
Under the law, families whose homes were destroyed or partially damaged will be eligible for up to ¥3 million in aid to cover costs for housing construction, repair and rent.
Japan has announced plans to apply its post-disaster livelihood reconstruction aid law to all areas of Kumamoto Prefecture, following a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck the region on July 28. The law allows families with destroyed or partially damaged homes to receive up to ¥3 million in aid for housing, repairs, and rent.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi informed the government's emergency disaster response headquarters of her decision on Monday, stating that the aid would be provided swiftly. Disaster management minister Jiro Akama has been instructed to expedite the issuance of disaster damage certificates to facilitate the distribution of aid money.
The earthquake caused significant disruption, with some municipalities experiencing seismic intensities of 7, the highest level on Japan's seismic intensity scale. Emergency vehicles will now be able to utilize the entire Kyushu Expressway from Tuesday, as part of the expressway was previously closed following the quake. General vehicles are expected to have full access later this month.
Additionally, Kyushu Railway, or JR Kyushu, is anticipated to announce within the current month when suspended railroad sections will resume service.
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