How to save yourself during an earthquake
Recently, earthquakes have occurred in many places around the world, which has aroused public attention on earthquake self-rescue knowledge. Mastering the correct earthquake self-rescue methods can protect yourself and your family at critical moments. This article will combine the hot topics in the past 10 days, structure the core points of earthquake self-rescue, and provide practical suggestions.
1. Global earthquake hotspot events in the past 10 days
| Date | location | Magnitude | influence |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2023 | Kyushu, Japan | Level 5.7 | Triggers mini tsunami warning |
| October 18, 2023 | eastern Türkiye | Level 6.1 | At least 3 people were injured |
| October 20, 2023 | Luzon Island, Philippines | Level 5.9 | Minor damage to building |
2. Core steps for earthquake self-rescue
1. Indoor safe haven
•Avoidance principle:Quickly hide next to sturdy furniture or a corner of a load-bearing wall to protect your head.
•Wrong behavior:Never jump off a building or use an elevator.
| location | Correct approach | Wrong approach |
|---|---|---|
| bedroom | Protect your head with a pillow and curl up next to the bed | Get under the unstable wardrobe |
| living room | Stay away from glass windows and chandeliers | Trying to run to the door |
| bathroom | Close gas valve | Standing bathing area |
2. Outdoor response
•Open area:Stay away from buildings, telephone poles and billboards.
•Mountain Risks:Be wary of landslides and rolling rocks and move to higher ground.
3. Post-earthquake treatment
•Check the environment:Make sure the gas and circuit are safe before using open flames or electrical appliances.
•Information acquisition:Learn about aftershock warnings through official channels and avoid rumors.
3. Home earthquake preparedness checklist
| Item Category | Essential items | quantity standard |
|---|---|---|
| first aid supplies | Band-Aids, disinfectant | Suitable for 3 days |
| emergency food | Compressed biscuits, mineral water | 3L/day per person |
| evacuation tool | flashlight, whistle | 1 set per room |
4. Precautions for special groups of people
•Seniors:Keep non-slip slippers and emergency medicine at your bedside.
•Children:Earthquake drills are conducted regularly and the "crouch-cover-hold on" formula is taught.
•Pets:Prepare a pet emergency kit, including a leash and three days of food.
5. Psychological recovery suggestions
Stress reactions such as anxiety and insomnia may occur after an earthquake. It is recommended to:
1. Avoid continuous exposure to disaster scenes within 72 hours
2. Rebuilding a sense of security through community mutual aid activities
3. Seek professional psychological consultation when necessary
Summary:The key to earthquake self-rescue is advance preparation and quick response. It is recommended to check emergency supplies quarterly, participate in community drills, and print and post this guide in a conspicuous place at home. Only scientific response can minimize disaster losses.
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