Many earthquakes happen every year. Some of these earthquakes are very strong. .
Many people will be hurt or die in the earthquakes. Knowing some ways to protect yourself will help to keep you safe in the earthquake.
If you are indoors when the earthquake happens, the safest place, is under a strong table or desk. Remember to protect your head and neck with your arms. Stay away from windows, tall furniture and pictures or anything that may fall on you. Do not try to run out of the building.
If you are out of doors, move to clear areas. Be very careful of fallen power lines.
The danger is not over when the strong shaking stops. We call them aftershocks and they sometimes can be more dangerous than the fast earthquake.
When it is safe for you to move around, check the people near you. Some may need help.
, But you should try to stay calm. That is the most important thing to do in the earthquake.
| A. Stand in the middle of room. B. Take a lift to go downstairs. C. There will be some shocks after most earthquakes. D. Sitting on the floor in a doorway or close to a wall is safer than standing in the middle of a room. E. You may feel afraid F. Get away from buildings and trees G. When they happen in cities, they can be very serious |
