PRECAUTION

ARY
MEASURES
BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER AN
EARTHQUAKE
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BEFORE AFTER
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Earthquake
 BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE
• Decide how and where your family
will reunite if separated.
• Know the safe spots in each room:
under sturdy tables, desks, or against 4
inside walls.
• Know the danger spots: windows,
mirrors, hanging objects, fireplaces
and tall, unsecured furniture.
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• Conduct practice drills. Physically
place yourself in safe locations.
• Learn first aid and CPR
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(cardiopulmonary resuscitation) from
your local American Red Cross
chapter or other community
organization.
• Develop a family earthquake plan.
Prepare yourself and your home

BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE
by completing the activities on
this checklist.
• Keep a list of emergency phone
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numbers.
• Learn how to shut off gas, water
and electricity in case the lines are
damaged. (Safety note: Do not
attempt to relight a gas pilot).
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• Secure heavy furniture, hanging
plants, heavy pictures or mirrors.
• Maintain emergency food, water
and other supplies, including a 7
flashlight, a portable battery-
operated radio, extra batteries,
medicines, first aid kit and
clothing.
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Earthquake
• If indoors, stay there and take cover
under a table, desk, or other sturdy

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
furniture. Face away from windows
and glass doors.
• Protect your head and body from
falling or flying objects. 9

• Know exit routes if in a building.

Take cover and don't move until the
shaking stops. Remain where you are
until shaking stops. Think out your
plan of action first, then move.
• If driving, stop safely as soon

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
as possible. Stay inside your
vehicle and stay below window
level in your vehicle until the
shaking stops.
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• Do not stop your vehicle under
overpasses or bridges.
• If possible, turn off the engine
and turn on the radio. Follow
emergency instructions.
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• If you have to leave your vehicle,
move to an open area quickly.
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• If outside, get into an open area away
from trees, buildings, walls and
power lines.
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Earthquake
• Check for injuries. Render first aid.

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
Do not move seriously injured
victims unless they are in immediate
danger. Do not use the telephone
immediately unless there is a serious
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injury, fire or other emergency. Hunt
for hazards.
• Check for other hazards and control
them (fire, chemical spills, toxic
fumes and possible collapse).
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• Check utilities (water, gas, electric).
If there is damage, turn the utility off
at the source.
• Check building for cracks and 14

damage, including roof, chimneys,

and foundation.
• Check food and water supplies.
 DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
• Emergency water can be obtained
from water heaters, melted ice cubes,
canned vegetables, and toilet tanks.
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• Turn on the radio and listen for
emergency broadcasts/
announcements, news reports, and
instructions.
• Cooperate with public safety
officials. Do not use your vehicle

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
unless there is an emergency. Keep
the streets clear for emergency
vehicles.
• If buildings are suspect, set up your 16

shelter area away from damage.

Work with your neighbors for a
quicker recovery. Stay calm and
lend a hand to others.
• Be prepared for aftershocks.
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“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.”

—Benjamin Franklin
 Reference:
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https://www.cofh.org/173/Before-During-and-After-an-
Earthquake