Social Studies 10

Prof. Florinda Virrey

Carl Denver M. Libantino
10 - Jasper

What are you going to do before, after and during earthquake?

Before
 Plan an evacuation: I need to plan an escape route for me and my family in case of emergency.
 Create emergency kits: Preparing an emergency kit with water bottles, first-aid kit, food items, and
non-perishable that we need before the earthquake.
 Learning about warning signals: To prepare accordingly, we need to learn about warning signals.
 Securing heavy furniture: By securing furniture, it will help us to prevent them from toppling over
during an earthquake.
 Make sure your family, classmates, workmates, know what to do during earthquake.
 Keep important documents and other valuable items in a secure yet accessible location.
 Identify escape routes from each building or room by conducting an earthquake drill with your
family, classmates, workmates, and friends.
 Familiarize yourself with existing communication systems to receive updates or news on the
ground shaking.

During
 Drop down, cover and hold: Drop down on your knees and brace yourself under a sturdy object
and cover your neck with your arms or any object that can cover your head.
 Move to a safe location: Move into a safe location if possible and avoid objects that may fall on you.
 Stay put: Stay where you are until the earthquake stops and there are no aftershocks.
 Avoid using elevators: Do not use it during an earthquake.
 If you are in a public area, stay calm, listen to the announcements, and follow instructions from
authorities.
 Stay away from windows, glass doors, and items that could fall.
 If outside, move to an open space away from buildings, poles, trees, or other objects that can fall.

After
 Stay tuned for emergency alerts: Stay tuned for warning and emergency alerts of government
officials.
 Turn off all electrical appliances: Turn it off to avoid risk of fire.
 Check for injuries: Check yourself, family, and others for any injuries.
 Evacuate the building: If you smell gas and see fire, evacuate immediately.
 Check for structural damages in your home or workplace if instructed by authorities.
 Keep phones line open for emergency calls only.
 Help your companions or neighbors if they are injured or affected.
 Follow any local news or social media to get the latest updates or announcements from
authorities.

To save lives, lessen injuries, and lessen property damage, it is essential to be prepared before, during,
and after an earthquake. It guarantees that people and communities can respond to the crisis effectively,
provide for their fundamental needs, and speed up the recovery process. In addition to promoting
community resilience and emotional health, preparation also works to lessen the financial toll that
earthquakes have on a region.