Earthquakes

What to do After an Earthquake

January 12, 2012 | posted in: Earthquakes, Safety Tips | by Désirée Connor

After an earthquake strikes: Expect aftershocks — these secondary shockwaves are usually less violent than the main quake but can be strong enough to do additional damage to weakened structures and can occur in the first hours, days, weeks, or even months after the quake. Remain calm and stay alert: Listen to a battery-operated radio..

What to do During an Earthquake

January 12, 2012 | posted in: Earthquakes, Safety Tips | by Désirée Connor

During an earthquake: ~ Stay as safe as possible during an earthquake. ~ Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur. ~ Minimize your movements to a few steps to a nearby safe place and stay indoors until the shaking has stopped and you are sure exiting is safe...

What to do Before an Earthquake

January 12, 2012 | posted in: Earthquakes, Safety Tips | by Désirée Connor

One of the most frightening and destructive phenomena of nature is a severe earthquake and its terrible aftereffects. Earthquakes are a common occurrence, rumbling below Earth’s surface thousands of times every day. But major earthquakes are less common. Here are some things to do to prepare for an earthquake and what to do once the..