you should stay on the ground hanging on to something heavy in an earthquake, get in a doorway or another sturdy area, like under a table. don't be in the middle of a room.
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If people are inside they are supposed to duck under tables to protect themselves.
Earthquake resistant refers to the ability of a structure or building to withstand the shaking and ground movement caused by an earthquake without collapsing or sustaining significant damage. This involves designing and constructing buildings with materials and techniques that can absorb and dissipate seismic energy to minimize the impact of an earthquake.
The pumps that were supposed to keep the nuclear reactors cool failed to work because the earthquake broke them
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This meant unexpected happenings after an event was supposed to be over. It's similar to an earthquake's aftershock.
There will be earthquakes in 2012 (and there already have been), as earthquakes occur every day. If you are referring to the global earthquake that is supposed to end the world, then no. Such an event is impossible.
An earthquake's Focus is located directly under the Epicenter of an earthquake. The Epicenterof an earthquake is located on the surface of the earthquake.
Japan had Tsunami and an Earthquake Kansas had an earthquake
There are earthquakes in the US and around the world every day, but most of those are in rural areas or too small to be felt above ground.According to the USGS National Earthquake Center there were an estimated 3,836 earthquakes (magnitude 2.5+) in the United States as of 27 November 2012. On average that is ~11 per daysomewhere in the US.Once every few years there is an earthquake of magnitude 7.0 or greater in the US.
Staying calm during an earthquake helps you think clearly and react safely. Panicking can lead to poor decision-making and increase your risk of injury. Maintaining composure allows you to follow safety procedures and protect yourself and others.
The 1933 Sanriku earthquake was a major earthquake.