HOW TO

REDUCE THE
RISK AND
DAMAGE OF
EARTHQUAKE
AND
VOLCANIC
ERUPTION?
Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are natural
disasters that cause widespread damage to
humans and the environment. These natural
disasters are unavoidable, so here are the things
to do to reduce the risk and damage of natural
disasters.
Before earthquakes and volcanic eruptions:
1. Prepare an emergency go bag so you can
evacuate immediately in time of a natural
disaster. The contents of the emergency go
bag are:
• first aid kit
• battery-operated radio
• medicines
• canned foods and water
• flashlight with extra batteries
• clothes
• mask
• googles
• important documents
• money
• whistle
2. Always be updated on local news.
3. Make an emergency family plan of what you
will do in the time of a natural disaster.
4. Always participate in drills, such as
earthquake drills and volcanic eruption drills
held in schools and companies, to know what
you will do in time of a natural disaster.
5. Pack all essential items in a light and
waterproof container.
6. Secure livestock in enclosed shelters.
During earthquake: mask before evacuating the evacuation
center.
1. Do not panic and follow the family emergency
plan you did.
2. Do what you learned in earthquake drills. After an earthquake and volcanic eruption:
4. If you are outdoors, stay outside, go to an 1. Check your family member if anyone has
open area, and stay away from buildings. been injured to give them first aid immediately.
3. If you are indoors, stay inside and find a 2. Listen to the local news to stay updated.
sturdy object that can be hidden away from
windows and shelves with heavy objects, and 3. Wait for the announcement from your local
authorities that it is safe to return to your
do the duck, cover, and hold
house.
5. Wait for the announcement when you can
evacuate to the nearest evacuation center. 4. Wear protective gear, stay away from volcanic
ashfalls, and stay away from damaged areas
6. Immediately pick up the emergency go bag or buildings.
and evacuate to the nearest evacuation
center. 5. Before entering your house, check it carefully
to see if any damaged objects could hurt
During volcanic eruption: people or if any objects have entered your
house.
1. Do not panic and follow the family emergency
plan you did. 6. Check electrical wirings, appliances, and gas
tanks before use.
2. Do what you learned in volcanic eruption
drills. 7. Keep wearing protective gear to avoid a
hazard.
3. Wear things that will protect your body, such
as goggles, a dust mask, long sleeves, and 8. Boil water before drinking to avoid
long pants.
9. Stay updated with the news to be safe.
4. If outside at the volcanic eruption, wear a dust
mask or use a handkerchief to cover your
nose and mouth.
5. When indoors, close all windows and doors to
limit the entry of volcanic ash. Place damp
towels at thresholds.
6. Wait for the announcement that you can
evacuate to the nearest evacuation center.
7. Use protective gear such as long-sleeved
shirts and long pants, goggles, and a dust