Earthquake Preparedness Hub

Safety Steps: Before, During, and After

🌟 The Golden Rule: DROP, COVER, AND HOLD ON.

During the Earthquake (Indoors)

DROP to your hands and knees.
COVER your head and neck with your arms. Crawl under a sturdy table or desk.
HOLD ON to your shelter until the shaking stops.
Stay away from windows, glass, and heavy objects that could fall.
If in bed, stay there and protect your head with a pillow.
Do not run outside or use elevators.

During the Earthquake (Outdoors)

Move away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires.
Stay in an open area until the shaking stops.

Immediately After the Quake

Stay calm and expect aftershocks. Drop, Cover, and Hold On for every aftershock.
Check yourself and others for injuries; administer first aid if needed.
Put on sturdy shoes and work gloves to protect against broken glass.
If you smell gas, turn off the main gas valve (only if you know how). Do not light a match or turn on a light switch.
Check official sources (radio, mobile alerts) for instructions.
If near the coast, move to higher ground immediately in case of a tsunami.
Only call the emergency number (e.g., 911/112) for life-threatening situations.

Home & Building Safety Checklist

💡 Tip: Perform these safety checks at least once a year.

🏗️ Structural & Appliance Checks

Ensure your home is securely anchored to its foundation (if applicable).
Bolt water heaters and gas appliances to wall studs.
Know how to shut off main gas and water valves and keep a wrench handy.

🛋️ Furniture & Object Securing

Bolt tall furniture (bookcases, china cabinets) to wall studs.
Store heavy and breakable objects on low shelves.
Secure heavy wall hangings and mirrors away from beds/sitting areas.
Install strong latches or bolts on cabinets, especially in the kitchen.

Global Emergency Services

ⓘ Note: Emergency numbers vary by country. The general *all-purpose* numbers are usually **911** or **112**. Know your local emergency numbers.

🚨 General Emergency (Intl)

112

🚨 General Emergency (Americas)

911

🩸 Red Crescent / AFAD

168 / 122

☎️ Family Check-in Point

Out-of-Area Contact

🆘 Alternative Communication Methods

Whistle Signal: Three short blasts, one long blast (standard distress signal).
Text Messages: Send a text if phone lines are overloaded. Keep it short: "I'm OK" or "I need help at [Address]".
Out-of-Area Contact: Establish a single, distant family member to call. It is often easier to call long-distance than locally after a disaster.

Earthquake Drill Simulator

⏲️ Challenge: You have 5 seconds after the shaking starts to perform the "DROP, COVER, AND HOLD ON" action.

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