HOW TO SURVIVE AN EARTHQUAKEEARTHQUAKE - An earthquake is a sudden motion or trembling of the ground produced by the abrupt displacement of rock masses

BEFORE THE EARTHQUAKE

• Before the Earthquake Learn how to survive during the ground motion. This is described in the "During the Earthquake" section below. The earthquake safety tips there will prepare you for the fast action needed - most earthquakes are over in seconds so knowing what to do instinctively is very important.

• Teach all members of your family about earthquake safety. This includes: 1) the actions you should take when an earthquake occurs, 2) the safe places in a room such as under a strong desk, along interior walls, and 3) places to avoid such as near windows, large mirrors, hanging objects, heavy furniture and fireplaces.

• Stock up on emergency supplies. These include: battery operated radio (and extra batteries), flashlights (and extra batteries), first aid kit, bottled water, two weeks food and medical supplies, blankets, cooking fuel, tools needed to turn off your gas, water and electric utilities.

• Arrange your home for safety: Store heavy objects on lower shelves and store breakable objects in cabinents with latched doors. Don't hang heavy mirrors or pictures above where people frequently sit or sleep.

• Anchor heavy appliances and furniture such as water heaters, refrigerators and bookcases.

• Store flamable liquids away from potential ignition sources such as water heaters, stoves and furnaces.

•Get Educated. Learn what to do during an earthquake (see below). Then you will be ready for the fast action needed. Make sure that all members of your family have this important education.

• Learn where the main turn-offs are for your water, gas and electricity. Know how to turn them off and the location of any needed tools.

DURING AN EARTHQUAKEINDOORS OR OUTDOORS, TAKE ACTION AT

THE FIRST INDICATION OF AN EARTHQUAKE.

If indoors

• 1. Drop to the ground; take cover by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture; and hold on until the shaking stops. If there is no table or desk near you, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building.

2. Protect yourself by staying under the lintel of an inner door, in the corner of a room, under a table or even under a bed.

3. Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, (such as lighting fixtures or furniture).

4. Stay in bed if you are there when the earthquake strikes. Hold on and protect your head with a pillow, unless you are under a heavy light fixture that could fall. In that case, move to the nearest safe place.

• 5. Use a doorway for shelter only if it is in close proximity to you and if you know it is a strongly supported, load bearing doorway.

• 6. Be aware that the electricity may go out or the sprinkler systems or fire alarms may turn on.

If outdoors

• 1. Avoid moving. However, move away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and utility wires.

• 2. If you are in open space, stay there until the shaking stops. The greatest danger exists directly outside buildings; at exits; and alongside exterior walls. Most earthquake-related casualties result from collapsing walls, flying glass, and falling objects.

If in a moving vehicle

1. Stop as quickly as safety permits and stay in the vehicle. Avoid stopping near or under buildings, trees, overpasses, and utility wires.

2. Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped. Avoid roads, bridges, or ramps that might have been damaged by the earthquake.

If trapped under debris

1. Do not light a match.

2. Do not move about or kick up dust.

3.Cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing.

4. Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can locate you. Use a whistle if one is available. Shout if you have no other way to communicate. Shouting can cause you to inhale dangerous amounts of dust so be careful.

THANK YOU!!

PREPARED BY: ARAIZA MAE MERCADO SALVINO AL PARAS10-PIETY