Earthquakes occur as a result of disturbances
in the Earth’s crust. This leads to a sudden discharge of energy through
seismic waves.
In simple words when the two plates of the
Earth’s crust Sial and Sima hit against each other, it gives birth to
earthquakes.
Also known as quakes or tremors, they’re
known to cause ground rupture, landslides, shaking, avalanches, fires, soil
liquefaction, Tsunami and floods.
They may also result in volcanic eruptions.
Nature is fury and so powerful that mere mortals like us can only hope to
survive by taking defensive measures.
Also, it is to bring into notice that the
use of good quality scaffolds during construction of any building will help
your building withstand harsh circumstances.
In order to get some good quality
scaffolds, you need to contact a reputed supplier who can offer you scaffolding material on rent.
Now
check out top 10 earthquake safety tips:
1.
Awareness of Earthquake
Safety:
The information of earthquake safety zones
and location is of great help in the event of the disaster itself that usually
comes like a bolt from the blue with hardly any time to respond.
Action needs to be taken promptly and some foremost
things should be made known to all members of the house and office.
2.
Emergency supplies:
It is always good to keep an emergency kit
ready.
Flash lights with first aid kit, bottled
drinking water, extra batteries, medical supplies, whistle, and blankets are
some of the foremost things which could help you survive till specialized help
arrives.
Organisations should make sure that they fulfil
all the major security guidelines and abide by the earthquake safety tips.
3.
Arrangement for safety:
The things around your office or house need
to be arranged in such a manner so as to avoid maximum damage during an
earthquake.
Heavy objects should always be stored in
lower shelves and breakable objects should be kept in cabinets with latched
doors.
Heavy objects should not be hanged or kept
in the area where people are more likely to take refuge at the time of earthquake.
4.
Anchoring of heavy
furniture:
Make sure that the process of anchoring
heavy objects like refrigerators, water heaters and book cases is taken
seriously at your home OR work place.
It might just save you and your colleagues
or family’s life someday.
5.
Material used in
construction:
In the event of an earthquake, it has been
seen that wooden buildings are safer as compared to brick and concrete
buildings.
Wood is flexible and it usually moves with
the force of earthquake without collapsing.
But even if it collapses, then there is
more chance of survival because injuries will be less with the risk of being
crushed under the debris unlike in the case of brick and concrete structures.
6.
Calmness during an
earthquake when trapped inside:
Calmness is of greatest importance in the
event of a calamity. It goes without saying that we shouldn’t panic even during
an earthquake.
It has been seen that taking shelter in a fatal
position next to a large bulky object will often helps in survival.
7.
Avoid Stairs:
At the time of earthquake, the stairs swing
differently compared to the rest of the building as they bump with the rest of
the structure.
If stuck in a staircase collapse, there’re
high chances that people get horribly injured. So try to avoid stairs at the
time of an earthquake and even post quake until it is certified safe to use.
8.
Escape from doors and
windows:
It’s always better to escape the building
if you’re near a window or door. Keep in mind that the doors or windows would
lead you to an open space.
You
can also try to get to the outer walls of the buildings if not outside them
completely. If you’re stuck in the interior it would take more time for help to
reach you.
9.
Outdoors during an earthquake:
If you’re in your car during an earthquake,
get out and lie down next to it.
It is also seen that people who had chosen
to remain inside vehicles during earthquakes were crushed when roads below them
gave away.
You can move away to open areas, stand
clear of trees, power lines and buildings and drop to the ground. Meanwhile you
should cover your head and neck.
10. After the earthquake:
In a post earthquake situation, aftershocks
are a common phenomenon. Even if the intensity of an aftershock is lesser than
the earthquake, it should be treated seriously.
The threat of falling debris and other
dangers to life and property remain until experts confirm that no more
aftershocks are likely to happen.
It is therefore best to follow the
earthquake safety tips until authorities declare that the situation is under
control.
Conclusion:
1.
Have an earthquake readiness
plan.
2.
Consult a professional to learn
how to make your home sturdier, like bolting bookcases to wall studs,
installing strong latches on cupboards etc.
3.
Locate a place in each room of
the house in case of an earthquake. It should be a spot where nothing is likely
to fall on you.
4.
Keep a supply of an up-to-date
first aid kit, canned food, 3 gallons (11.4 litres) of water per person, dust
masks, goggles etc.
5.
Know how to switch off your gas
and water mains.
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