D 237 248a
shifting cultivation along
the river - Yamanashi Prefecture
Fire
services engages in activities such as fire control, lifesaving and
emergency relief. It is also the responility of fire service to form
disaster prevention plans to prepare for emergencies. Fire fighters
work in fire stations around-the-clock in shifts and stand ready to
arrive in fire engines or ambulances as soon as the needs arise. Local
voluntary organizations whose members have other jobs and engage in
fire control and livesaving in times or disaster. They patrol the
neighborhood and give instructions on fire protections.