Here are some GREAT earthquake tips provided by The Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists!
Preparation!
Preparation!
Survey your home or workplace and secure fixtures such
as lights,
ceiling tiles, cabinets, electrical wiring, gas appliances, and top
heavy objects to resist moving, coming
loose, or falling during
the shaking.
Have on hand:
1. A
flashlight and battery-powered radio
in
case you lose power.
2. A
supply of drinking water and nonperishable foods that can be prepared without cooking.
3.
A fire
extinguisher and first aid kit.
Develop
a family work
plan which addresses what to do if the
earthquake occurs while family members
are at home, school or work. Discuss where and how contact should be made and where to meet.
Practice
your plan .
Hold drills so each member of your
family knows what to do in an earthquake. Teach responsible family members how
to turn
off electricity, gas, and water at
main switches and valves.
What To Do During an Earthquake?
Stay calm. This is one of the most important things to do. Thinking
through the consequences of any action you
take will save your life. Do not make any rash decisions, stay put and wait for help.
Stay
put. If you are
inside, stay inside. If you
are outdoors, stay there.
Most earthquake injuries occur when entering or leaving
buildings.
Take cover . If indoors, or in a school follow the schools safety protocol, take cover under a heavy desk, table, bench, a supported doorway, or along an
inside wall. Stay away from glass.
Don't use candles, matches, or other
open flame during or after the tremor because of possible
gas leaks. Douse all fires.
If outdoors, move away from buildings
and utility wires. Once in the
open, stay there until the shaking stops. If in
a moving car, stop as quickly
as safety permits, but
stay in the vehicle. A car
may shake violently on its springs, but it is
a good place to stay until the shaking stops.
After the earthquake!
After the
earthquake essential services may be out for
a few days. The use of
telephones will probably be impaired for some time.
If your phone is working, it would be
best not to burden the lines with unnecessary
calls.
Be prepared
for additional earthquake shocks called aftershocks. Although most
of these are smaller than the
main shock, some may be large
enough to cause additional damage or topple weakened structures.
Check
for injuries . Do not attempt
to move seriously injured
persons unless they are in immediate danger of further injury. Turn
on your radio or television to get the latest emergency
information from local authorities.
Check
your utilities . The
earthquake may have
broken gas, electrical, and water lines. Open
windows and shut off the main
gas valve, electrical meter box, and water supply value if damaged. Emergency water
may be obtained from hot
water tanks, toilet tanks (not bowls), and melted ice cubes.
IMPORTANT NUMBERS:
Charleston County Emergency Preparedness: 843-202-7400
Charleston Co. Sheriff: Call 911 for emergencies only!
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