If you do not have correct knowledge about earthquakes and are not prepared as to how to behave in an earthquake, you may receive an unexpected injury.

So it is important to take the following steps to prepare for an earthquake, in order to reduce the damage.

(1) Family disaster prevention meeting.

It is necessary to discuss the following points at home and determine the role of each family member, to avoid confusion when a major earthquake strikes.

Where is the safest place in the house?

Inspection and preparation of emergency supplies and fire extinguishers.

Who will be responsible for helping infant and elderly family members to evacuate?

Confirmation of the refuge point and safe evacuation route.

Who will carry what in an evacuation? Where is the emergency baggage kept?

Where will the family finally meet up? How will family members communicate with each other?

Decide on the actions of each family member whether an earthquake

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