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No one knows when and where the next big earthquake will strike. When an earthquake strikes
and you are out of the house, it can be dangerous if you are unaware of your surroundings and how
they may be affected. The way to protect yourself differs depending on where you are. To avoid
serious harm, it’s good to know and mentally rehearse what you will do.

When out of the house, how do we protect ourselves during a major earthquake?
    Earthquake!

Whoah! This is a big one!
Get down and protect yourhead with your bag or othernearby item.

On the Street Watch out for falling signs, glass and tiles.


Get away from telephone poles, walls andvending machines.

At the store Stay calm and follow the employees’
instructions—Don’t panic and run to the exit.
 Protect your head with your bag or other item.

 Use your bag or other item to protect your head.

 Stay away from showcases
displays/merchandise.

 Escape into a nearby park, open space or strong
building.

Because the elevator could get stuck, push thebuttons for all floors and get off as soon as thedoors open.

 If the elevator gets stuck, stay calm and wait forhelp.
largestair landings or near

Underground

In an Elevator

Take shelter onpillars/beams.

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Below ground areas tend to be stronger against
earthquakes, but if one strikes, crouch down
close to a wall or pillar, and wait for the tremors
to subside.

 If the power goes out, wait calmly until theauxiliary lights come on.
Do not rush up the stairs to the exit—move calmly.

Trains / Subways / Buses Vehicles will stop during big earthquakes, but
grab a handrail or ring with both hands to brace
for the tremors.
 In the subway, if the lights go out, wait calmly
until the auxiliary lights come on.
 Obey the vehicle attendant—Do not leave thevehicle and jump down onto the tracks/road on
your own. (It’s dangerous!)

While Driving Grip the steering wheel tightly, and slow it down
to a stop.
 Get over to the left side of the road and turnyour engine off.
 When escaping, leave your key in your vehicle
with a note providing your contact info, and takeyour car deed (shakensho) with you.

Forthcoming issues will cover earthquake safety measures, disaster prevention equipment, andhow to cooperates with your neighborhood in the event of a major earthquake.