Disruptive Impact and Recovery from the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake: A Technological Perspective

Executive Summary

This whitepaper presents an in-depth analysis of the seismic influence on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) during the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. The paper features the destruction to the telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructure, measures taken for recovery, the role of ICT, and future prospects for improvement. It also discusses the emerging possibilities and challenges brought by technologies like AI, envisaging their effective usage for societal and economic betterment.

Technical Background

The Noto Peninsula earthquake had a significant influence on the ICT infrastructure, disrupting communication networks, resulting in power cut-offs affecting digital devices usage and suspending television broadcasts in the Hokuriku region. This paper delves into the technicalities of the aftermath and how ICT played a crucial role in the recovery.

System Architecture

The architecture of the system involved fixed-line communications, mobile phone base stations, terrestrial television broadcasting and postal offices. The damage caused an outage for these services, which were restored through the collective efforts of telecommunication companies, local governments, and government agencies.

Implementation Details

Restoration initiatives involved the operation of mobile and portable base stations, mobile power supply vehicles, and generators to tackle disruptions caused by landslides and prolonged power…

Code Examples

Code examples and best practices for data recovery and system restoration will be presented in a subsequent section of the whitepaper.

Performance Analysis

With the recovery of the ICT infrastructure, an analysis of the performance of these systems post-recovery will be done. This will provide an understanding of the efficiency of the implemented methods.

Security Considerations

Security measures taken during the restoration of ICT services, along with the future plans to enhance system security, will be elaborated on in this whitepaper.

Troubleshooting

In the case of future disasters, this section outlines a troubleshooting guide to ensure quick recovery and minimal service disruption.

Conclusion

The whitepaper concludes with the lessons learned from the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake. It emphasizes the significance of ICT in society, the need for effective disaster management systems, and the role of technology in aiding recovery efforts.