Surviving Earthquakes: Safety Tips, Aid for Vulnerables, and Post quake Actions

After an earthquake, expect aftershocks and to drop, cover, and hold. Prioritize your safety and get medical attention if needed. Offer assistance to those who require special helpinfants, the elderly, people without transportation, families in need of additional support, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers.

Inspect your home or workplace for damage. If the structure appears unsafe, evacuate immediately using strs instead of elevators. Stay clear of damaged areas while watching out for fallen power lines and broken gas lines. Listen to local radio stations for updated emergency information and instructions; avoid congesting phone lines with non-emergency calls.

Help those who are particularly vulnerableinfants, the elderly, families, people with disabilities, and caregiversby providing necessary assistance.

For further information:

• Get Ready Earthquake Informationhttps:getready.govt.nzenemergencyearthquakes

• Food Safety in an Emergencyhttps:www.mpi.govt.nzfunding-rural-supportadverse-eventsfood-safety-in-natural-disasters-and-emergencies

• State Highway Conditionshttp:www.journeys.nzta.govt.nztraffic

• Earthquake Monitoringwww.geonet.org.nz

• Reporting Earthquakeswww.geonet.org.nz

• Earthquake Insurancewww.eqc.govt.nz

• Tips for Quake-Safe Home Improvements More Informationhttps:www.eqc.govt.nzbe-prepared

• Understanding Earthquakes Science www.gns.cri.nz

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