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Earthquake

Immediate Actions

If You are INDOORS

• Get under a desk, table, or supported doorway. 
• Stay away from glass windows, shelves, and heavy equipment. 
• Immediately evacuate the building when the earthquake is over and go to building assembly area. 
• Notify first responders of any injured/trapped inside building. 
• Assist the building manager in accounting for occupants. 
• Assist injured persons. 

If You are OUTDOORS

• Stay in the open, away from structures, until shaking subsides. 
• Beware of fires, downed utility lines, and aftershocks. 
• Assist with evacuation of the buildings if requested by first responders.

If You are DRIVING

• Pull to the side of the road, and stop away from buildings, trees, overpasses. 
• Avoid utility lines or other objects that may fall. 
• Set brakes and turn off the ignition. 
• Stay in the vehicle until the earthquake is over

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