Following a major earthquake, if you find that your water is muddy or cloudy, you can make it usable by first straining and then boiling it. If you find your water is shut off following a major earthquake, water from canned vegetables and melted ice may be used as a reliable source of water. Many earthquake accidents can be avoided by developing and maintaining a family pre-disaster plan of some kind. If you are outdoors during an earthquake, your first thought should be to move quickly into a building or other covered area. Following a major earthquake, you should use your phone immediately to get information about the disaster and check on the safety of relatives.
Earthquakes are a natural phenomenon.
They cannot be prevented, but through preparation, injuries and damage can be minimized. Anchor all heavy objects to walls to prevent accidents. Stay inside, get under a desk and never use elevators. These are the best responses when an earthquake strikes. They provide protection from lacerations and head injuries.