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1. Why is the doorway a safe place during an earthquake?
2. What are some other same places during an earthquake?​

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Answered by asna86
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1. Why A Doorway Isn’t Safe

During An Earthquake

For years the experts told us to get into a doorway during an earthquake for protection. I believe it was in California where the the doorway myth began. With the first settlements in California being spanish missions. These adobe buildings were made of earth and straw. Earthquakes in the 1800’s caused substantial damage to the adobe missions. The door frames made from heavy timbers were usually still standing. But in modern times the doorway is usually the weakest part of a structure, not the strongest. This is because some of the framing members (studs) have been removed to accommodate an opening. This break in the integrity of the wall creates the weak link.

Another reason why a doorway isn’t safe during an earthquake is because standing in a door frame leaves you extremely exposed. You are exposed to imploding plate glass from windows and other flying or falling debris when the strong shaking starts. Your face is exposed along with all your vital organs completely unprotected.

Never stand in a doorway if you are in a public building, you could become a victim of a human stampede, because most people will panic and attempt to run outside. Of course, don’t try to follow the herd, DO NOT RUN! In a strong earthquake you will be thrown to the ground if you attempt to run. Instead find the closest cover.

So where is the safest place to be during an earthquake? I’ve just written a post for that here. But to make it short, the safest place is where you are during an earthquake, look for the nearest strong cover, and shrink into the Drop, Cover and Hold On posture.

It’s that simple.

drop cover and hold on posters for earthquake preparedness

I created this drop, cover, and hold on poster that you can download and print out to share with your family and friends and workplace. Help inform them of what they should do during an earthquake.

2. Earthquake safety boils down to three basic steps:

1 - Drop to the ground 2 - Take cover by getting under a sturdy desk or table3 - Hold on to it until the shaking stops.

If there isn't a table or desk near you, drop to the ground in an inside corner of the building and cover your head and neck with your hands and arms. Do not try to run to another room just to get under a table.

If you are in bed, hold on and stay there, protecting your head with a pillow. You are less likely to be injured staying where you are. Broken glass on the floor has caused injury to those who have rolled to the floor or tried to get to doorways.

If you are outdoors, move to a clear area if you can safely do so; avoid power lines, trees, signs, buildings, vehicles, and other hazards.

If you're driving a car, pull over to the side of the road, stop, and set the parking brake. Avoid overpasses, bridges, power lines, signs and other hazards. Stay inside the vehicle until the shaking is over. If a power line falls on the car, stay inside until a trained person removes the wire.

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