How to Help Your Community Prepare for an Earthquake

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Publish a special section in your local newspaper with emergency information on earthquakes.

   Localize the information by printing the phone numbers of local emergency services offices, the American Red Cross, and hospitals.
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   Step 2: Purchase and use "Self Powered Radios" and "Self Powered Flashlights".

   Batteries will be difficult to impossible to find in the event a quake hits.
   
   The latest models, especially the "Eton" model will also charge your cell phone.
   
   To use, follow manufacturer's instructions. , Ruptured gas lines will be the reason that candles being used will be forbidden, as is accumulation of flammable, even explosive gases being present.
   
   This is to minimize the chance of fire as well.,,,,,
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   Step 3: Purchase and use "Glow Sticks" as well.

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   Step 4: Conduct a week-long series on locating hazards in your home.

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   Step 5: Work with local emergency services and American Red Cross officials to prepare special reports for people with mobility impairments on what to do during an earthquake.

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   Step 6: Provide tips on conducting earthquake drills in your home.

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   Step 7: Interview representatives of the gas

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   Step 8: electric

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   Step 9: and water companies about shutting off utilities.

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    Step 10: Work together in your community to apply your knowledge to building codes

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    Step 11: retrofitting programs

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    Step 12: hazard hunts

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    Step 13: and neighborhood and family emergency plans.

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