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Indoors: Outdoors:
Move to a clear area away
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You can no more win a
war than you can win an
-“Drop, Cover, Hold” under a
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YOUR sturdy table. from trees, signs, building, earthquake.
-Stay away from windows, and electrical wires
HEADING
Earthquakes seldom cause complete building
objects that could fall.
-Kitchen Move away from
Downtown:
Move away from building
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refrigerator, stove, and
collapse in the United States. The greatest danger is fronts Protect yourself
overhead cabinets.
from falling or flying objects. The “Drop, Cover, and against falling bricks, glass
and other debris
Hold” technique is designed to provide the greatest
protection from this type of situation. Crowded Store: -Do
TIPS ON WHAT
NOT rush from the exits -
Why Is “Drop, Cover and Hold” Recommended?
Move away from displace
The “duck and cover” protection approach was shelves -
developed to protect occupants from falling
hazards, the greatest danger to the U.S.
"Drop, Cover and Hold" TO DO BEFORE,
population during an earthquake.
It is best to “Drop” before the earthquake drops
DURING,AFTER
you. Find nearby shelter or use your arms and
hands to “Cover” your head and neck. “Hold” THE
on to your shelter and move with it if it shifts.
“Drop, Cover, and Hold” gives you the best 07789 54685
overall chance of quickly protecting yourself
during an earthquake even during quakes that
cause furniture to move about rooms.
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