Arc Nohara Develops LED Display System to Show JMA Weather Warnings and Advisories on Roads

Arc Nohara has developed a system to display Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) warnings for earthquakes, tsunamis, and other hazards on roadside LED signs, aiming to quickly inform drivers and enhance road safety.
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Arc Nohara, part of the Nohara Group, has developed a system and device to display warnings and advisories for events like earthquakes and tsunamis, which are difficult for drivers to notice, on roadside LED signs based on disaster information from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The system retrieves official data from the JMA's "Disaster Information XML Format" and automatically displays alerts for earthquakes, tsunamis, heavy rain, and floods. This technology aims to improve safety for drivers who have difficulty accessing information via smartphones or radio. The system will be exhibited at "EE Tohoku '26" in June 2026 as the company moves toward social implementation.

FAQ

What new system did Arc Nohara develop?

Arc Nohara developed a system and device that displays official warnings and advisories from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) on roadside LED signs.

What problem does this system address?

It addresses the challenge for drivers to receive real-time disaster information from smartphones or radios while driving, helping to prevent them from missing critical alerts like earthquake or tsunami warnings.

What kind of information is displayed?

The system displays official JMA information, including earthquake alerts, tsunami warnings/advisories, and other warnings for heavy rain, floods, high waves, thunderstorms, and tornadoes.

How does the system obtain its information?

It retrieves official information published by the JMA in their 'Disaster Information XML Format' and displays it without alteration to maintain the integrity of the public information.

Where will this new technology be showcased?

It will be exhibited as a reference product at 'EE Tohoku '26' on June 3-4, 2026, at the Miyagi Industrial Exchange Center (Yume Messe Miyagi).

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