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How to Get Ready for an Earthquake

Earthquakes can be really scary! The ground starts shaking, things fall off shelves, and sometimes buildings even collapse. But don't worry, there are lots of things we can do to get prepared so we stay safe if an earthquake happens.

First, it's important to understand what causes earthquakes. Deep under the earth's surface, there are huge slabs of rock called tectonic plates. These plates are slowly moving and sometimes they get stuck against each other. When they finally become unstuck, all that built-up energy gets released in waves that travel through the earth's crust and cause the shaking we feel during an earthquake.

Some places are much more likely to have earthquakes than others because they are located near the edges of tectonic plates. California, Japan, Mexico, and many other places along the Pacific Ocean experience frequent earthquakes from the plates

grinding and shifting. But earthquakes can actually happen almost anywhere in the world.

So how can we get ready? Having an emergency plan and doing some simple preparations can make a huge difference if an earthquake strikes. Here are some of the most important things to do:

Make an emergency kit. This should include enough food, water, medicine, and other supplies to last your family at least 3 days. Don't forget a radio, flashlight, extra batteries, first aid kit, warm clothes, blankets, and tools like a wrench to turn off utilities.

Pick safe spots. In each room, identify safe places to take cover, like under a sturdy desk or table where falling objects can't hurt you. Stay away from windows, hanging mirrors, tall bookcases, or anything that could fall on you.

Learn to \"Drop, Cover, and Hold On.\" If the shaking starts, immediately drop down to your hands and knees, cover your head and neck with your arms, and hold on to your shelter (like the table leg) so it doesn't slide away from you. This helps protect you from falling objects.

Secure your space. Look around your home and school for things that could fall and cause injuries, like bookcases, hanging plants, mirrors, or heavy objects on high shelves. Secure them to the wall or place them on lower shelves so they're less likely to fall.

Check utilities. Make sure you know how to shut off your home's utilities like natural gas, electricity, and water in case the lines get damaged during the shaking. Only turn them off if you suspect damage or if instructed to do so.

Plan for disruptions. Earthquakes can damage roads, power lines, and other infrastructure. Make plans for possibly being without water, heat, air conditioning, telephone service, or other utilities for several days. Stock up on emergency supplies. Practice earthquake drills. Just like you practice fire drills at school, it's smart to practice your earthquake safety procedures at home too. Have your family take cover in their safe spots, then go over your emergency plans together.

When an earthquake actually happens, staying calm is really important. Listen carefully to safety instructions from your parents, teachers, or other authorities. Be prepared that aftershocks or smaller quakes may continue to happen for a while after the main earthquake.

With some simple preparations, we don't have to be too scared of earthquakes. We can get our emergency plans and kits ready, secure our homes, and practice our safety drills. That way, we'll be ready to respond quickly and safely if the shaking ever starts. Taking these steps gives me confidence that my family and I will make it through just fine.

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How to Be Ready When the Earth Shakes

Did you know that the ground underneath our feet can suddenly start shaking? It's true! Earthquakes happen when two big slabs of rock under the earth's surface grind and bump into each other. This releases energy that travels through the ground as waves, causing everything on top to shake and tremble. Earthquakes can be really scary, but don't worry - there are lots of things we can do to get ready so we stay safe if one ever happens near us. The most important thing is to be prepared! First, we need to know the facts about earthquakes. Earthquakes can happen almost anywhere, even places you might not expect like the middle of a city. Some earthquakes are so small you can barely feel them. But other big ones can make buildings collapse and crack roads open! The biggest, most

dangerous quakes usually happen in special areas near the edges of the earth's rock slabs, called fault lines.

No matter how big or small, earthquakes always start with some shaking or rumbling sounds. If you ever feel that

happening, go find a sturdy piece of furniture like a strong table and hold on tight! This protects your head and body if stuff starts falling. Try to stay inside if you're already there - don't run outside where objects might be falling off buildings.

At school, our teachers will give us instructions to get under our desks and cover our heads if shaking starts. We have to listen very carefully and do exactly what they say. No fooling around during an earthquake drill! Our teachers know what's best to keep us safe.

Once an earthquake stops and it's safe to move, we may need to evacuate our school or home in an orderly way. Have a meeting spot planned with your family so you can find each other if you get separated. Parks and open spaces away from buildings, powerlines, and trees are usually the safest places to go.

Besides knowing what to do during a quake, we also need to prepare our homes and schools before one strikes. Check with grownups to make sure heavy furniture, shelves, mirrors, or light

fixtures are secured to the walls so they won't fall over easily. Anything hanging over beds and couches should be relocated. It's also smart to have emergency supplies stocked up, like bottled water, non-perishable food, flashlights, fresh batteries, blankets, amirst aid kit, and any important documents or medications. These should be kept together somewhere they can be grabbed quickly if you need to evacuate. Having a portable radio is handy too, to listen for emergency instructions. At home, grownups should teach kids how to shut off utilities like natural gas, water, and electricity if pipelines get damaged. There are special tools for this. But we should never try doing this ourselves without an adult, because it can be dangerous if not done properly.

Even though earthquakes are scary, remembering a few simple tips and practicing drills at school can go a long way towards keeping everyone safe. The main things are:

Know the safety actions to take before, during and after an earthquake

Have a plan and meeting place Stockpile emergency supplies

Listen carefully to teachers and grownups for instructions

Earthquakes are one of nature's most powerful events that we can't control. But if we stay prepared, alert, and follow the proper safety procedures, we can ride them out until the shaking stops. Then we can help each other recover and rebuild until things get back to normal.

With some smarts and practice, there's no need to be too scared when the ground starts shaking underfoot. We've got this! Just remember to drop, cover, and hold on tight. The earth might be quaking, but we'll be ready to quake on through it.

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How to Get Ready for an Earthquake

An earthquake is when the ground starts shaking really hard. They can be scary, but there are things we can do to stay safe before, during, and after one happens. Before an Earthquake

It's important to get ready for an earthquake before it even happens. That way, you'll know just what to do and you can keep yourself and your family safe.

The first thing is to make an emergency kit. Get a big plastic bin with a lid and fill it up with supplies like:

Bottled water and non-perishable food like granola bars or canned goods to last a few days A can opener

Flashlight and extra batteries Battery-powered radio First aid kit Blankets

Whistle to call for help Dust masks to filter air Wrench to turn off utilities Local maps Cash in small bills

Keep this emergency kit somewhere easy to get to, like a closet near your front door. That way if you need to leave quickly, you can just grab it and go.

Another good idea is to make a family emergency plan. Pick two meeting spots - one right outside your home and one outside your neighborhood in case you can't get back home.

Also identify an out-of-area contact that everyone can call or text to check in.

Go through your house and secure anything that could fall and hurt someone during shaking. Use straps or other restraints to secure tall furniture to the walls. Install latches on cabinets to keep contents inside. Secure water heaters and major appliances. Finally, talk to your family about earthquakes and why it's important to prepare. Discuss your emergency plans so everyone knows what to do.

During an Earthquake

When an earthquake starts, the most important thing is to stay calm and take cover quickly:

If you're inside, drop down onto your hands and knees and crawl under a sturdy desk or table. Cover your head and neck with your arms to protect from falling objects. Stay away from windows, shelves, and anything that could fall.

If you can't get under something sturdy, go into an inside corner of the room and cover your head and neck with your arms.

If you're outside, get into an open area away from trees, buildings, power lines, and anything else that could fall on you.

If you're driving, slowly and safely pull over and stay inside the car with your seatbelt on. Stay away from bridges, overpasses, signs, and power lines.

The shaking may last a little while, so stay in your safe spot until it stops completely. If you're inside, be prepared for fires from broken utility lines or other damage. After an Earthquake

Even after the shaking stops, there may still be danger from damaged buildings, power lines, broken glass, and other hazards. Here's what to do:

Check yourself and others for injuries and provide first aid if needed. Put out any small fires immediately using extinguishers. Listen to the radio for instructions and update information. Only use your phone for emergencies so lines don't get overloaded.

Check your home for damage to utilities and shut them off if needed. If it's safe to go outside, put on sturdy shoes and protective clothing to avoid injury.

Stay away from damaged areas and do not go sightseeing. Only return home when authorities say it's safe.

If you get trapped, try to protect yourself from falling debris and dust. Make noise to signal rescuers by whistling, tapping on pipes, shouting only as a last resort.

Earthquakes can be really scary, but if we prepare ahead of time, we can keep ourselves safe. Having an emergency kit ready, securing our homes, and practicing what to do will help a lot. And staying calm, taking cover, and following instructions after the shaking stops is super important too. With the right preparation and quick thinking, we can get through an earthquake just fine!