More than 1,200 relief volunteers have entered Kumamoto Prefecture, the area severely affected by the earthquake, since local authorities began accepting them earlier this month.
The information was reported by Kyodo News, showing a strong response from the community as disaster recovery efforts continue to be carried out urgently in Kumamoto Prefecture.
The number of volunteers has been recorded since municipalities in the prefecture opened their doors to support forces, aiming to meet the large demand for manpower for cleanup activities, home repairs, and support for affected residents.
Local authorities and relief organizations are coordinating to assign volunteers to the most needed areas, prioritizing severely damaged households and elderly or disabled individuals who face difficulties in recovering on their own.
The volunteers' efforts are expected to help accelerate the reconstruction process, enabling Kumamoto residents to stabilize their lives soon after the earthquake disaster.
