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Earthquake
If an earthquake should occur:
During The Shaking ---
1. If indoors
- Stay there.
- Take cover under sturdy furniture (desks, work tables, etc.)
or in a supported doorway.
- Stay near the center of the building.
- Do not run for the exit as the stairs may be broken or
jammed with people.
- Do not use elevators.
- Stay away from glass windows, doors, display cabinets,
bookcases, etc.
- Do not use candles, matches, or other open flame as there
may be gas leaks.
- Extinguish all fires with the proper type of extinguisher or
other method.
2. If outdoors
- Move to an open area away from buildings, utility wires,
trees, etc.
- If forced to stand near a building, watch for falling
objects.
3. If driving a vehicle
- Stop as quickly as safety permits, avoiding overpasses and
power lines.
- Remain in the car until the shaking stops.
- If able to drive on after the shaking stops, watch for
hazards which may have been created by the earthquake (e.g.,
fallen/falling objects, downed utility wires, under-mined
roadways, damaged bridges/overpasses).
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