Question

preparedness and mitigate measures taken during an earthquake

Answer 1

Answer:

Mitigating measures can include firmly securing large items of furniture (such as bookcases and large cabinets), TV and computer screens that may otherwise fall over in an earthquake. Likewise, avoiding storing items above beds or sofas reduces the chance of objects falling on individuals.

Measures against earthquakes  include:

• Seek shelter under stable tables or under door frames.
• If outside, stay away from buildings, bridges and electricity pylons and move to open areas.
• Avoid areas at risk from secondary processes, such as landslides, rockfall and soil liquefaction.

Answer 2

Answer:

Common survival measures include storing food and water for an emergency, and educating individuals what to do during an earthquake. Mitigating measures can include firmly securing large items of furniture (such as bookcases and large cabinets), TV and computer screens that may otherwise fall over in an earthquake.