How to Survive an Earthquake: Essential Safety Tips and Facts

[Music] oh no it was an earthquake little kitty are you okay

i understand that's why it's essential to know about the steps one needs to take during an earthquake

hey friends so in today's episode let us have a look at this natural disaster we call an earthquake and answer a

literally life-saving question how to survive an earthquake zoom

in so what is an earthquake well we have already covered the details

in a previous video so i'll request you to please check the same

the link is in the description below in simple words earthquakes are nothing but the shaking

rolling or sudden shock of the earth's surface but what's scary about them is that they

can occur at any place at any time yes it is estimated that there are 500 000 detectable earthquakes in the world

each year out of these nearly 100 000 of them can be felt and around 100 of them cause damage

and because of earthquakes this destructive and unpredictable nature it is crucial to be aware of safety

measures one must take before during and after the earthquake and to be safe from this disaster the

first thing you must do is always listen to the radio and television for the latest information and instructions for

your area once you hear the news that needs everyone's attention immediately discuss

the disaster plan with your family and friends yes for that you all must plan and

decide on a particular meeting spot if you get separated then arrange a supply kit that includes

enough food and water for several days first aid medicines a flashlight a fire extinguisher and a whistle

plus make sure to secure heavy items in your homes like air conditioners refrigerators

televisions and objects that hang on walls and tried to put heavy and delicate

things on low shelves or the floor but remember my friends in most cases earthquake warnings will

give only limited time to prepare and often it will hit even without any warning

so in case you are at home and find yourself caught between the trembling ground

make sure not to panic try to stay calm and in the first few seconds after the shaking

starts try to quickly move away from anything that could fall and injure you then immediately implement a safety

method called a drop cover and hold on yes during such an emergency drop where

you are onto your hands and knees then cover your head and neck with one arm and hand or better if a sturdy table

or desk is nearby crawl underneath it for shelter once you've found a cover hold on with

one hand and be ready to move with it if it moves and stay in there till the shaking stops

and for those of you who are unable to drop to the ground and get up again without assistance

make sure to bend forward cover your head with your arms and hold on to your neck with both hands

and if you're in bed hold on and stay there protecting your head with a pillow and once the trembling stops check for

injuries and inspect your home for damage and if possible help those in need

but do expect some aftershocks and each time you feel one remember to drop cover and hold on

trim your time did you know the largest recorded earthquake in the world was a magnitude

of 9.5 moment magnitude in chile on may 22nd 1960 [Music]

while the largest recorded earthquake in the united states was a magnitude of 9.2 that struck alaska on march 28 1964.

hope you learned something today and do not forget to share these safety tips with your loved ones until next time

it's me dr bynox zooming out [Music] never mind

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