How to handle Earthquake?

Before a quake
Develop a Family Plan and locate the following:
• 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 absorbs the effect of the quake
• Stay away from building
• Stay away 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

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