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A Timeline-Based Study of the Early Reconstruction Phases in Ishikawa Prefecture Following the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake

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  • Daqian Yang

    (Faculty of Science and Engineering, Iwate University, 4-3-5 Ueda, Morioka 020-8551, Iwate, Japan)

  • Masaaki Minami

    (Faculty of Science and Engineering, Iwate University, 4-3-5 Ueda, Morioka 020-8551, Iwate, Japan)

  • Ashraf Uddin Fahim

    (Faculty of Science and Engineering, Iwate University, 4-3-5 Ueda, Morioka 020-8551, Iwate, Japan)

  • Toru Kawashita

    (Faculty of Science and Engineering, Iwate University, 4-3-5 Ueda, Morioka 020-8551, Iwate, Japan)

Abstract

An earthquake and tsunami on 1 January 2024, caused extensive damage across Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. This study systematically examined the recovery process. It aimed to analyze the initial stages of recovery and highlight the lessons learned from these efforts. By collecting data from Ishikawa’s post-disaster records, including government reports, reconstruction plans, local news, and observational records, we compiled the first “Early Reconstruction Timeline for Ishikawa”. This timeline divided the recovery process into four phases: disaster occurrence and emergency response (January), reconstruction preparation (February–April), the beginning of early reconstruction (May–September), and the beginning of mid-reconstruction to the present (October–Present). Analysis of this timeline revealed several significant findings. First, Ishikawa’s reconstruction efforts were structured into three key phases: ‘Post-Disaster Relief and Emergency Response’, ‘Post-Disaster Reconstruction Preparation Period’, and ‘Infrastructure Reconstruction and Emergency Housing Construction Period’. This phased approach highlights an efficient and organized recovery process, distinguishing Ishikawa from other disaster-affected regions. Additionally, the housing reconstruction model showcased an innovative balance between emergency housing as a public resource and the specific needs of displaced residents. These findings not only establish a timeline-based framework for Ishikawa’s reconstruction but also provide practical insights for guiding early post-disaster recovery efforts in various disaster-affected contexts worldwide.

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  • Daqian Yang & Masaaki Minami & Ashraf Uddin Fahim & Toru Kawashita, 2024. "A Timeline-Based Study of the Early Reconstruction Phases in Ishikawa Prefecture Following the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(24), pages 1-22, December.
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