Open closet and cupboard doors cautiously.

      Inspect the entire length of chimneys carefully for damage. Unnoticed cracks could lead to a fire. Also inspect your gas, power and sewer lines. If your utilities are damaged, fix them or get out until you can have someone else do so.

       Remember to check neighbors who may require special assistance infants, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

       Stay out of buildings known to be damage& Use the telephone only for emergency calls. Only drive if there's an emergency. Keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles.

       Listen to a battery-operated radio or television for the latest emergency information.

Return home only when authorities say it is safe.

1. Earthquakes may occur when the altitude and the shape of the plates making up the earth change due to the internal pressure and stress inside the earth.

2. Excessive cutting down of forest and lack of trees-planting also induce a devastating earthquake.

3. In San Francisco people have made efforts to improve the safety of structure because a major earthquake is predicted to happen in a short term.

4. When you see that many animals like dogs, cats, snakes or horses behave strangely, you can predict a major earthquake may occur immediately.

5. Preparation for the earthqu
ake is one of the keys to survive a major earthquake, which includes knowing where and how to escape from the falling down of movable objects.

6. In the earthquake the spots near the window, fireplaces or appliances, and the kitchen are the dangerous places. It is safe to be under strong tables or desks in stout doorways.

7. When there is an earthquake and you are outside, you should get into the building quickly. If you are driving, move your car fast away and stop and go out of your car to escape from the car explosion.

8. In the earthquake we shouldn’t expect firefighters, police or army soldiers to offer rescue immediately since they are __________________ at once.  We need to be patient and save ourselves.

9. After the main major quake, there usually many ______________. They are strong enough to topple more buildings, cut off utility lines and hurt you hours, days, weeks—even months.
10. If possible, listen to a battery operated radio or television for the latest ___________.