How Do You Prepare For An Earthquake?
An earthquake is a very real danger, particularly in the Pacific Rim. There are several things you can do to prepare for an earthquake before it happens. • Check for hazards inside your home: • Make sure shelves are fastened securely to the walls. • Place large, heavy objects on lower shelves or on the floor. They might fall. You can also screw them onto things, such as on desks. • Place breakable items (bottles, glass, china, etc.) in closed cabinets that have latches. Make sure to board them up so that the cabinet doors won’t fly open. • Heavy pictures and mirrors should be hung away from beds, couches, and anywhere that someone might sit. • Overhead light fixtures should be braced to prevent falling. • Evaluate your electrical wiring and gas connections and repair if needed. During an earthquake, these can become potential fire hazards. Additionally, turn them off and unplug them, so the outlet is not neat the metal part of the cord. • Secure your water heater by strapping it to wal
