(Provisional translation by an external company for reference purpose only)
Good morning. I would like to make one update regarding our response to the Kumamoto Earthquake. HAKUOU II, which departed Aioi Port in Hyogo Prefecture on August 1 and completed water and fuel replenishment at Himeji Port on August 3, is scheduled to arrive at Yatsushiro Port in Kumamoto Prefecture in around the evening of today, August 4. Beginning at 2:00 p.m. tomorrow, August 5, the vessel will provide bathing facilities and air-conditioned rest areas. As soon as preparations are completed, the support will be expanded to include meals, accommodation, and other services. Those wishing to use the services of HAKUOU II are asked to apply from the Kumamoto Prefecture website. As indicated in the materials distributed to you, applications can also be submitted using the QR code. The link will also be available on the Ministry of Defense website and its social media accounts, so I encourage people to access them. Numbered tickets will also be distributed at evacuation shelters in Kumamoto Prefecture. Thank you for your cooperation. That concludes my update.