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Earthquake

Procedures to Follow

Inside

  1. Try to remain calm.
  2. Seek shelter under a table or in a doorway.
  3. Stay away from windows, mirrors, and electrical equipment.
  4. Be prepared for aftershocks.
  5. Do not use elevators.
  6. Do not use open flame devices in case of gas leaks.
  7. Report locations of injured people to EMS.
  8. Do not move injured people unless in immediate danger.
  9. Report any damage to Service2Facilities.

Outdoors

  1. Try to remain calm.
  2. Move away from buildings, trees, and power lines.
  3. Move to an open area and wait for shaking to stop.

Information to Know

  • Location of interior corridors
  • Evacuation routes/procedures
  • Shelter-in-place procedures