Earthquake Disaster Preparedness
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BEFORE AN EARTHQUAKE
– Prepare an emergency kit and make a family communications plan.
– Fasten shelves securely and place large or heavy objects on lower shelves.
– Breakable items should be stored in low, closed cabinets with a latch.
– Heavy wall items should be attached securely and away from beds, couches, or anywhere people might be underneath.
– Brace overhead light fixtures and top-heavy lamps.
– Have defective electrical wiring and leaky gas connections repaired by a qualified professional.
– Secure water heater, refrigerator, furnace and gas appliances with strapping or bolting. If recommended by your gas company, have an automatic vibration shut-off valve installed.
– Keep cracks in ceiling or foundation repaired and check often for structural defects.
– Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
– Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable products on bottom shelves in closed cabinets with a latch.
– Locate safest spot in each room under a sturdy table or against inside wall. No doorways
– Hold family earthquake drills: Drop, cover and hold on.
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