Earthquake

• Drop to the floor.
• Take cover under a study table or other piece of furniture and use your arms to protect your head and neck from falling debris or shattering glass.
• Hold on until the shaking stops.
• Tune in to an EAS radio station.
• Stay out of elevators.
• Stay away from glass windows and doors.
• Stay inside until shaking stops and you are advised it is safe to go outside.
• Continue to listen to your EAS radio station for information.
• If you are outside or in a motor vehicle, stay away from buildings, trees, overpasses and utility wires.

More Information

For more in-depth information, please visit the Disaster Services section of the American Red Cross website, www.redcross.org, or the Hazards section of the FEMA website.