If you were in an earthquake, the best thing to be prepared for it is to make an escape plan. Make a map of your home from the top view, and mark off any places where you could hide, like under a table, with a check. Mark an "x" on places where you should NOT go to in case of a big earthquake, like the closet or under a door. Also, draw lines from anywhere where you normally go to do work, eat dinner, etc. to a door in the house. Make the line avoid your x's and if possible have it go to check marks for safe points on the way outside. When you're done, post your map on a wall where you pass by all the time. if you live in an apartment, and you have to go through a hallway, make the line go through that way, too. Dont forget to draw the line till you get to the outside. Plus, try to memorize the way the line goes if you can't get to the map in the earthquake. Finally, always keep a first aid kit someplace where you can get it quickly and easily. I wouldn't put it in a closet, maybe somewhere next to the door would be good. Congratulations! You're now prepared and ready to go in an earthquake!
to reduce the risk of fires
no i don't think so. the safest place would be a basement
In sturdy door frames or under heavy furniture ie a table.Dont try and leave the building until the shaking stops .If in open space lye down on the ground and cover your head with your hands.
When the earth shakes, it starts to crumble and break so that the people fall over and, they are not stable, or in a safe place
If people believe these myths, earthquakes may seem more frightening than they really are. During an earthquake, people need to stay calm, not run off worrying about these not true myths.
to reduce the risk of fires
Try and stay safe.
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Securing gas appliances helps prevent gas leaks during an earthquake, reducing the risk of fire or explosion. This can protect your home and occupants from harm and mitigate potential damages caused by the earthquake. Additionally, securing these appliances can minimize the need for repairs or replacements after the event, making your home safer and more resilient in the long run.
make it
Definition: structures that are resistant to vibrations during an earthquake:)
by making sure you walls are thick and stable and by supplying a weeks worth of water, batteries, and foods.
Lock your doors and hider your babies
It's safer to avoid elevators during an earthquake because they may malfunction or get stuck, trapping you inside. Additionally, if the power goes out during the earthquake, you could be left stranded in the elevator shaft. It is better to take the stairs if it is safe to do so during an earthquake.
Well FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) recommends that youStay as safe as possible during an earthquake. Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur. Minimize your movements to a few steps to a nearby safe place and stay indoors until the shaking has stopped and you are sure exiting is safe. For more information see related links.
Well FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) recommends that youStay as safe as possible during an earthquake. Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur. Minimize your movements to a few steps to a nearby safe place and stay indoors until the shaking has stopped and you are sure exiting is safe. For more information see related links.
you can safeguard your home,put heavy objects on low shelves.you should find places that are safe within each room of your home and outside of your home.then you should make a plan to meet with others in a safe place after the earthquake.finally you prepare a kit with all the important things you need in a place that you can access after the earthquake or if the earthquake is already happening go to the under a chair or under a strong table and put your arms above your head.