WHAT TO DO BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE Earthquake is the shaking of the earth caused by waves moving on and below the earth’s surface and causing surface faulting, tremors, vibration, liquefaction, landslides, aftershocks, and/or tsunamis. Earthquakes strike suddenly without warning. Planning and identifying potential hazards are key to effectively reduce the dangers of serious injury or loss of life from an earthquake. The following should be done before, during, and after an earthquake: BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE • Develop an emergency plan. • Familiarize yourself with your place of work or residence. • Take note of hotlines and emergency numbers to call for help. • Prepare an emergency supply kit consisting of food, water, clothing, first aid supplies, mobile phone, whistle, flash light, & extra batteries. • Secure heavy furniture and objects, which may break loose & fall during earthquakes. DURING AN EARTHQUAKE • Do not panic, remain calm. • If inside a building: − Do not jump from the building. − Go to the nearest exit and leave the building as soon as possible. − If the building is structurally sturdy, stay inside and brace yourself in a doorway or stay beside or underneath sturdy furniture to protect yourself from falling objects. • If outdoors: − Move to an open area away from nearby buildings, bridges, posts, power lines, and other structures that may fall or collapse. − If driving, pull over to the side of the road . − Stay as low as possible inside the vehicle. AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE • Stay calm. • Check yourself for any injuries. • Check for injured or trapped people near the affected area. • Seek medical help if you or others are injured. • Check for fire, toxic chemical spills, and other hazards in your surroundings. • Check water and electric lines for defects or damage. • Listen to the radio or watch local TV for additional information & safety instructions. • Inspect gas, water, and electric lines for any damage and leak. If in doubt, shut off main switches. • Evacuate immediately if you smell or hear gas and you are not able to shut it off. • Stay away from damaged buildings. #Beprepared #earthquake #disasterresponse #safety Isang paalala mula sa DOH at Rizal Provincial Government
Posted on: Tue, 03 Jun 2014 22:40:41 +0000
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