It was found that less than 50% of Gunma Prefecture's water pipes meet earthquake resistance standards.

Breaking news "Gunma Prefecture".
By AI of "Isesaki FM".

It was found that less than 50% of Gunma Prefecture's water pipes meet earthquake resistance standards.

The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has announced by the 1st the percentage of water pipes nationwide that meet earthquake resistance standards.
Gunma Prefecture increased by 0.5 points compared to the previous year, reaching 42.7%, higher than the national rate of 42.3%.
According to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, Kanagawa has the highest earthquake resistance standards at 73%, followed by Tokyo at 66%.
Gunma Prefecture was slightly above average.