What To Do In An Earthquake

Before The Earthquake

There are several steps when you are planning for the earthquake.
Create an emergency plan: you will need emergency phone numbers, a survival kit including a torch  a some plasters and a pocket knife, and tell your family where to meet if they are separated.   .

During The Earthquake

Step one: drop to the floor.

Step two: find somewhere safe like a bed or table.

Step three: stay there until the earthquake is over.  
Step four: keep away from tall furniture.

Step five: do not use elevators. because they will waste power.

Step six: listen to the radio before moving, use a transistor radio.

When Outside

 
Step seven: keep clear of power lines.

Step eight: do not stand by a tall building because the building might fall.

Step nine: do not stand under shelter because the shelter might collapse.

After The Earthquake

Step ten: when the earthquake is over, be alert for
aftershocks.

Step eleven: check for injuries.

Step twelve: do not use the phone because the ambulances need power.

Step thirteen: turn off the electricity because the electric wires might catch fire.