Sunday, January 22, 2012

8 TIPS ON EARTHQUAKE SAFETY





1. The worst danger is over at the first minute of a major earthquake. Always try to maintain presence of mind. Be calm.

2. When earthquakes occur, the first impulse should be to seek cover or take refuge under a large piece of strong furniture when one happens to be inside a building.

3. When caught by the tremor while in the streets or between buildings, take refuge under a strong structure. Beware of broken down electric wires, falling debris, loose ceilings slabs and crumbling walls. Avoid staying or being caught in narrow alleys, between tall structures or wall, beneath steep precipices, riverbanks, etc.

4. Aftershocks are not as dangerous as the main shock. After the main shock, stay away from unstable objects or structures, damaged objects, ceiling, etc. Aftershocks may cause damaged structures of loosened objects to fall.

5. Extinguish at once fires that may start anywhere around you before attempting to save lives.

6. Strong earthquakes are: nature’s warning of an impending tidal wave. One should got to higher ground and away from landslide area.

7. Do not believe in wild rumors going around. Listen to instructions from authorities.

8. Observe good sanitation and keep public order.

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Special Credit to: Julio F. Silverio

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