The Earthquake Country Alliance has prepared seven steps for people to take before, during and after an earthquake.<\/p>\n
Before:<\/p>\n
Step 1: Secure your space by identifying hazards and securing movable items.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Plan to be safe by creating a disaster plan and deciding how you will communicate in an emergency.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Organize disaster supplies in convenient locations.<\/p>\n
Step 4: Minimize financial hardship by organizing important documents, strengthening your property and considering insurance.<\/p>\n
During:<\/p>\n
Step 5: Drop, cover and hold on when the earth shakes.<\/p>\n
Step 6: Improve safety after earthquakes by evacuating if necessary, helping the injured, and preventing further injuries or damage.<\/p>\n
After:<\/p>\n
Step 7: Restore daily life by reconnecting with others, repairing damage and rebuilding community.<\/p>\n
For more information, visit http:\/\/earthquakecountry.org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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