Prior Planning Earthquakes can be a frightening experience. However, while you cannot accurately predict an earthquake before it happens, by preparing in advance North Carolinian families can survive the quake without danger. Prior planning and practicing on what to do before the quake will make you and your family react correctly when the first shaking begins.
Most casualties result from falling objects and debris.
Shocks can shake, damage, or even demolish buildings. Since most earthquake injuries occur through the collapse of buildings, flying glass, falling furniture, fires from ruptured gas lines, electrical systems, broken chimneys, or drastic human actions resulting from fear, it is important to prepare yourself and your family in order to survive the quake. Organize family earthquake drills. Learn what to do and where to go for protection during an earthquake. After the earthquake, under stand danger signs that could pose threats to safety of your family.