Earthquake
DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
- Stay in the building. Do not evacuate.
- Duck, Cover, and Hold – Take shelter under a desk, table, in a doorway, or similar place.
- Stay away from overhead fixtures, windows, filing cabinets, and bookcases.
- If you are outside, move away from buildings, trees, power lines, and roadways.
AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE
- Quickly gather your keys, wallets, purses, etc. and evacuate the building following Building Evacuation Procedures in the GENERAL INFORMATION section of this guide.
- Go to your Emergency Assembly Point and wait for instructions from emergency personnel.
- Report any injured or trapped persons and safety hazards: fire, electrical, gas leaks, etc.
- Do not leave your Emergency Assembly Point or re-enter the building until the emergency is officially resolved.
- Do not use telephones. Leave lines open for emergency use.
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