EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS

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EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS
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APRIL IS CALIFORNIA EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS MONTH

• Annual campaigns can effectively reinforce the
  earthquake preparedness information.
  
• Repetition Habit. We want these precautions to
  be habits.
  

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WE SHOULDNT SAY IF,

• WE SHOULD SAY WHEN A DAMAGING EARTHQUAKE
  OCCURS, WE NEED TO BE PREPARED!

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PREPAREDNESS MEASURES

• Measures taken before an earthquake can reduce or
  eliminate loss of life, injuries and property
  damage.
  
• An important step is to survey your home for
  possible hazards.
  
• Take action to lessen those hazards.
• Prepare an emergency supply kit.
• Make a plan with family and neighbors.

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THE HAZARD HUNT

• Place heavy objects on low shelves
• Move bed away from windows and remove heavy
  mirrors or pictures from above.
  
• Make sure doorways, halls and exits are clear of
  clutter.

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MORE HAZARD HUNTING

• Add latches to cabinets and drawers.
• Put security lights in each room.
• Install smoke detectors and replace batteries.
• Secure heavy furniture, appliances, hanging
  plants and water heater.
  
• Secure anything that can move, break or fall when
  your house starts to shake.
  

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IDENTIFY SAFE SPOTS

• Strong, supported doorway
• Under sturdy table or desk
• Inside corner of the house
• The hallway is good spot!

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IDENTIFY DANGER ZONES

• Stay away from windows.
• Stay clear of large bookcases or cabinets.
• Stay away from kitchen.
• Stay away from garage.

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Preparedness for those who need extra help

• Find a couple of buddies who can check on you
  after an earthquake.
  
• Make a list of medications, allergies and special
  equipment.
  
• Teach your buddy how to operate any special
  equipment.
  
• Give your buddy a spare house key.

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ORGANIZE YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

• Everyone should have a plan.
• Inventory your neighborhood skills and
  resources.
  
• Medical, electrical, child care, leadership,
  firefighting and survival skills.
  
• Own chain saws, citizen band radios, 4-wheel
  drive vehicles, motorcycles, water purifiers.
  
• Assign appropriate jobs to each individual.

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EMERGENCY SUPPLIES

• Prepare a kit for your family at home.
• Prepare a kit for your car.
• Prepare a kit for your business.
• Refresh and replace supplies every 6 months.

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SAFETY DURING AN EARTHQUAKEDuck, Cover Hold

• No matter where you are, know how to protect
  yourself.
  
• Practice by physically placing yourself in the
  safe locations you have chosen. This is
  important for children and wheelchair bound.
  
• Duck down on the floor, take cover under a sturdy
  table, hold on!
  

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WHERE ARE YOU WHEN THE SHAKING STARTS?

• If in bed, stay there and cover your head.
• If standing, sit down so you wont fall down.
• If in the kitchen, turn off appliances and take
  cover.
  
• If outside, move away from buildings, wires, and
  windows.

• If driving, pull over and avoid overpasses and
  power lines.
  
• If in a store, move away from shelves.
• If in a stadium or theater, stay in your seat,
  duck down, cover your head.

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AFTER THE EARTHQUAKE

• Check for injuries.
• Check for gas and water leaks.
• Check for damage.
• Turn on your portable radio and listen for
  instructions.
  
• If you evacuate, leave a note telling family
  members where you can be found.

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UTILITY HAZARDS

• Only turn off the gas if you determine there is a
  leak. You may smell or hear escaping gas.
  
• Do not light matches or candles to look for
  leaks.
  
• Turn off electricity if damage occurred.
• Turn off water if damage occurred.