When you resume driving, stay away from breaks in the pavement, fallen rocks, bumps in the road at bridge or ramp approaches, and anything else that doesn't look "right". If you are in a mountainous area, watch out for falling rock, landslides, trees, and other debris that could be loosened by quakes.
Do not turn on the gas again if you've turned it off the gas company should do it. They'll know if it's safe to do so.
Do not use matches, lighters, camp stoves, barbecues, electrical equipment or any appliances until you are sure there are no gas leaks. They may create a spark that could ignite leaking gas and cause an explosion.
Do not use your telephone, except for a medical or fire emergency. You could tie up the lines needed or emergency response. If an emergency occurs and the phone doesn't work, send someone for help.
Do not expect freighters, police or paramedics to definitely be there for you. They may not be available.
Remember, the contents of your home may be damaged and can he dangerous. Quakes can make light fixtures fall, and bookcases and television sets topple over even after the shaking is over.
After the Earthquake
Also, be prepared for aftershocks. They are strong enough to topple(倾倒) more buildings, cut off utility lines and hurt you hours, days, weeks--even months after the main quake. If your house is in solid shape, stay indoors if an aftershock hits. Wear sturdy shoes to avoid injury from broken glass and debris. Stee~toed workboots may be best.
Check for injuries to yourself and those around you give first aid where you can. If a person is bleeding, put direct pressure on the wound and use clean gauze, or cloth if available, Do not attempt to move seriously injured persons unless they are in further danger of injury. Cover the wounded with blankets to keep them warm. Seek medical help for serious injuries.
Clean up spilled medicines, bleaches, gasoline or other flammable liquids immediately. Leave the area if you smell gas or fumes from other chemicals.
Open closet and cupboard doors cautiously.
Inspect the entire length of chimneys carefully for damage. Unnoticed cracks could lead to a fire. Also inspect your gas, power and sewer lines. If your utilities are damaged, fix them or get out until you can have someone else do so.
Remember to check neighbors who may require special assistance infants, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
Stay out of buildings known to be damage& Use the telephone only for emergency calls. Only drive if there's an emergency. Keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles.
Listen to a battery-operated radio or television for the latest emergency information.
Return home only when authorities say it is safe.
1. Earthquakes may occur when the altitude and the shape of the plates making up the earth change due to the internal pressure and stress inside the earth.
2. Excessive cutting down of forest and lack of trees-planting also induce a devastating earthquake.
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