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Home > Natural Disasters | Earthquake
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Natural Disasters
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What to do if Indoors
- STAY INDOORS
- Get underneath a solid object such as a desk or table. Otherwise, go next to an interior wall.
- Drop to your knees with your back to the windows and knees together.
- Clasp both hands behind your head covering your neck.
- Leaning over bury your face between your arms and legs.
- Close your eyes tightly.
- Try to remain calm and stay in place until the shaking stops.
- As soon as possible move away from windows and overhead fixtures.
- After the shock subsides, carefully go outside well clear of buildings, trees and other structures.
- DO NOT use elevators.
- Follow the instructions of emergency service workers.
- Immediately notify University Police or other personnel if you know of a disabled or injured person needing assistance.
What to do if Outdoors
- STAY OUTDOORS
- Move away from any buildings, trees, overhead wires, or light poles Drop and Cover:
- Drop to your knees with your back to any windows and knees together
- Clasp both hands behind your head covering your neck
- Leaning over bury your face between your arms and legs.
- Close your eyes tightly.
- Try to remain calm and stay in place until the shaking stops
- Stay in the open until earthquake is over or you are given further directions
- Assess any injuries and provide first aid where able.
- Report any known injured or trapped persons to a Building Marshal or Emergency Responder.
- Follow the instructions of Building Marshals or Emergency Responders.
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