The earthquake's shaking has subsided, but the danger has not gone away. KING 5's Glenn Farley found out aftershocks still pose a very real risk. You survived the original quake, but don't become the victim of an aftershock.
Aftershocks are earthquakes themselves and can be as severe as the original temblor.
There is no way to predict them, how strong they may be, or whether they will cause further damage. After the first quake, you should have checked cabinets, closets, even pictures hanging on walls, to make sure they're secure and won't fall off during an aftershock, hurting someone. When an aftershock happens If you are indoors, watch for falling, flying or sliding objects. Above all, stay away from windows. Try to take shelter under a sturdy object such as a bed or a table, then hold onto it.