Earthquakes always happens suddenly, so it is difficult to warn people about them. Usually people have little or no idea about what to do during an earthquake. The following advice may help you.
If you are inside a building, remember not to jump out of high buildings. You can hide under a table and stay away from windows. Stay indoors until the shaking stops. Be brave and be helpful, especially when you are with other people.
If you're in a lift, try to get out at the nearest floor when it stops shaking, but be sure you're safe.
Move away from buildings when you are outdoors. Don't stand near street lights or under power lines. Be careful of falling rocks when you are in the mountains. Run away from the sea and move quickly to a higher ground.
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| Inside a building: Move no more than a few steps, Drop, Cover and Hold. Stay until the shaking stops and you are sure it is safe to exit. In a lift: Drop, Cover and Hold. When the shaking , try to get out at the nearest floor if safe to do so. Outdoors: When the shaking starts, move no more than a few steps away from , streetlights, power lines and rocks then Drop, Cover and Hold. |
