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What will you do when an earthquake strikes?
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Don't panic. Don't take the (building) elevator. Don't run out of your building (house) into the streets (falling debris) before the shaking stops, unless you smell gas escaping. Don't fail to be cautious of crumbling infrastructure. (you've made it this far, don't blow it now!) Don't fail to watch your step for (downed power lines, ground fissures and debris. Don't fail to avoid walking below tall buildings (aftershocks can blowout glass windows).

Answered: Oct 27, 2019

Depending on where you are: A bathroom tub perhaps. Or under a very strong, sturdy table. I know. I experienced a 7.0 earthquake. You Must Think Clearly and Logically. Make sure you have an escape plan with supplies if necessary, to 'bug out'. Keep your pets close by and supplied also. Water is utmost important. A portable radio is of immense help. Keep away from windows.

Answered: Dec 14, 2019

If you're outside, get into the open, clear of buildings, power lines, trees or anything else that can fall on you.

Answered: Oct 30, 2019

The same thing you should do during the day: "drop, cover, and hold" wherever you are. The best advice is to NOT attempt to flee outside mostly because of the danger of stuff falling on you as you attempt to flee.

Answered: Oct 20, 2019

Don't be panic. If there's a bed, get under it. If there's a table, hide under it. If there is nothing, find a soft thing to protect your head and hide in the corner of the walls. Don't run away without making it clear, as a result of the speed of earthquakes doesn 't allow you to do that.

Answered: March 24, 2020

Grab my phone. Get out of my house.

Answered: March 20, 2020

My friend said it depends.

Answered: March 23, 2020

Of course just do as my teachers taught me

Answered: April 08, 2020

If I'm on the first floor, rush out quickly and find an empty area,waiting for help. If I'm on the higher floors, stay under the table or something tough, wait for help.

Answered: March 23, 2020

In case I am trapped into the ruins,I will do my utmost to survive.But in case I am out of there,I will volunteer for the survivors.

Answered: March 21, 2020

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Don't panic. Don't take the (building) elevator. Don't run out of your building (house) into the streets (falling debris) before the shaking stops, unless you smell gas escaping. Don't fail to be cautious of crumbling infrastructure. (you've made it this far, don't blow it now!) Don't fail to watch your step for (downed power lines, ground fissures and debris. Don't fail to avoid walking below tall buildings (aftershocks can blowout glass windows).

Answered: Oct 27, 2019

Grace
Depending on where you are: A bathroom tub perhaps. Or under a very strong, sturdy table. I know. I experienced a 7.0 earthquake. You Must Think Clearly and Logically. Make sure you have an escape plan with supplies if necessary, to 'bug out'. Keep your pets close by and supplied also. Water is utmost important. A portable radio is of immense help. Keep away from windows.

Answered: Dec 14, 2019

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If you're outside, get into the open, clear of buildings, power lines, trees or anything else that can fall on you.

Answered: Oct 30, 2019

中萌新
The same thing you should do during the day: "drop, cover, and hold" wherever you are. The best advice is to NOT attempt to flee outside mostly because of the danger of stuff falling on you as you attempt to flee.

Answered: Oct 20, 2019

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Don't be panic. If there's a bed, get under it. If there's a table, hide under it. If there is nothing, find a soft thing to protect your head and hide in the corner of the walls. Don't run away without making it clear, as a result of the speed of earthquakes doesn 't allow you to do that.

Answered: March 24, 2020

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