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Stay Safe During Earthquakes

August 20, 2015

Damaged Bridge

Earthquakes can occur anywhere, at any time and with little warning. Larger earthquakes can cause death, injury, and extensive property damage. Most injuries occur when people trip or fall running away during the earthquake. Stay safe during an earthquake by following these steps:

DROP down onto your hands and knees so you aren’t knocked down by the earthquake;

COVER your head and neck with your arms to protect yourself from falling debris. If you are in danger from falling objects, move to a safer place by crawling; and

HOLD ON to any sturdy covering so you can move with it until the shaking stops.

Earthquakes aren’t preventable, but personal injury can be!

Learn more about earthquake safety in the How to Prepare for an Earthquake guide and animated video from America’s PrepareAthon!

From → Emergency Management

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