Go somewhere safe such as under a heavy table or desk or stand in a doorway and away from windows, breakable and objects. Stay calm. If you are outside, stay away from buildings and power lines. Once the shaking stops, exit the building and stay outside until the building judged safe by a responsible adult (minor earthquake) or building inspector (major damage). Be aware aftershocks commonly follow earthquakes so don't assume the danger is over just because the shaking stopped.
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Stand in a doorway, or get on the floor next to (not under) a large sturdy piece of furniture. If the building collapses, there will be an empty space next to such a large object, and if you are there, your chances of survival are greatly improved. If you are outside, stay away from buildings and power lines. Once the shaking stops, exit the building and stay outside until the building judged safe by a responsible adult (minor earthquake) or building inspector (major damage). Be aware aftershocks commonly follow earthquakes so don't assume the danger is over just because the shaking stopped.
Latest revision as of 17:31, 23 April 2025
Stand in a doorway, or get on the floor next to (not under) a large sturdy piece of furniture. If the building collapses, there will be an empty space next to such a large object, and if you are there, your chances of survival are greatly improved. If you are outside, stay away from buildings and power lines. Once the shaking stops, exit the building and stay outside until the building judged safe by a responsible adult (minor earthquake) or building inspector (major damage). Be aware aftershocks commonly follow earthquakes so don't assume the danger is over just because the shaking stopped.
