How can we protect ourselves from earthquakes?

How can we protect ourselves from earthquakes?

If inside, Drop, Cover, and Hold On. —Drop to the ground and take Cover under something sturdy like a desk or table. With one hand Hold On to the object and with your other arm protect your head and neck. If you don’t have anything sturdy to take cover under, crouch down next to an interior wall.

How can you protect yourself before during and after an earthquake?

Secure heavy furniture, hanging plants, heavy pictures or mirrors. Keep flammable or hazardous liquids in cabinets or on lower shelves. Maintain emergency food, water and other supplies, including a flashlight, a portable battery-operated radio, extra batteries, medicines, first aid kit and clothing.

What should you do immediately after an earthquake?

Immediately after a major earthquake (violent shaking)

1. Remain calm.
2. Treat any injuries or seek professional medical care.
3. Dial 911 to report major injuries to emergency personnel.
4. Assist others as trained.
5. Take emergency supplies and evacuate carefully and calmly.
6. Do not use elevators.
7. Be alert for aftershocks.

Is California going to fall into the ocean?

No, California is not going to fall into the ocean. California is firmly planted on the top of the earth’s crust in a location where it spans two tectonic plates. There is nowhere for California to fall, however, Los Angeles and San Francisco will one day be adjacent to one another!

Is it safe to stay in bed during an earthquake?

Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, such as lighting fixtures, or furniture. If you’re in bed when the earthquake strikes, stay there. If you are under a heavy light fixture or window, move to the nearest safe place like under a desk or in the corner.

Is it safe to go outside during an earthquake?

If you are outside, stay outside. Move away from buildings, utility wires, sinkholes, and fuel and gas lines. The greatest danger from falling debris is just outside doorways and close to outer walls of buildings. Go to an open area away from trees, telephone poles, and buildings. Stay away from this danger zone.