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Things to do when the earth shakes

Uncategorized - 5 months ago - Ellen

If there’s one piece of news that act like an appetite suppressant on a sunny Monday morning, this is it. The Big One is not here yet but here’s something to keep you on your toes. After all, I might be doing you a huge favor.

If you’re indoors:

- Stay inside
- Duck and take cover under a piece of heavy furniture or stand against an inside wall.
- Wait for the shaking to stop before you exit
- Stay away from doors and windows. It may either slam at you or suffer injuries when glasses break.
- Don’t take the elevator.

If you’re outside the house or building:

- Stay away from buildings, trees and power lines. Go to an open spot.
- Drop to the ground.

If inside the car:

- Drive to the nearest clear space
- Turn on emergency flashers on and slow to a stop. Don’t park over or under the bridge, nor beside any infrastructure that might fall on you.
- Beware of falling debris and loose live wires.
- Turn off the ignition and set the parking brake.
- Stay inside the car until the shaking stops.