How to handle earthquake
Develop a Family Plan and locate the folowing...
by US Geological Survey

  Before a quake
Develop a Family Plan and locate the folowing:
  • Safest places in the house
  • Most dangerous places
  • Exits and alternative exits
  • Utility shutoff valves
  • First-aid kit
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Food and water supplies
  • Batteries and transistor radios


  During a quake
  • Rush to the ground floor, whatever the height of the building
  • If unable to leave the room, take shelter under a table since the table abosorbs the effect of the quake
  • Stay away from building
  • Stay awar from trees
  • Take shelter in structure build with reinforced cement concrete
  • If the building has already developed cracks, do not venture back till the tremors have subsided


  After the quake
  • Check the injuries, give first aid, cover seriously injured with blankets to prevent shock
  • Do not attempt to drive anywhere. Roads may be damaged or blocked
  • Turn on a battery-operated or car radio and listen for information on what to do
  • Plan for long aftershocks Stay out of damages and already weakend homes
  • Do not touch downed power lines or objects in contact with power lines
  • Do not lose hope

Sources : US Geological Survey