Earthquake Preparedness
Things to do to Survive an Earthquake
During…
- Stay Calm
- If you are inside: Stand in doorway or under a desk or table
- If you are outside: Stay away from buildings, trees, and telephone/electric lines
- If you are on the road: Drive away from underpasses, overpasses, or bridges
After…
- Check for injuries and provide first aid
- Check for…
- Gas line, sewage, or water breaks
- Downed electric lines or shorts</>
- Building damage and potential safety problems during aftershocks
- Clean up any dangerous spills
- Wear shoes
- Turn on radio and listen for instructions from emergency services
- Do not use the telephone except in the event of an emergency
Essential Survival Gear...
- Portable radio with extra batteries
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- First Aid Kit and Book
- Fire extinguisher
- Adjustable wrench for turning off gas and water
- Portable escape ladder for second or third floors
- Bottled water
- Canned Food
- Manual Can Opener
- Matches
- Important Phone Numbers
Adapted from “27 Things to help you survive an Earthquake”, American Red Cross 2006
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