Earthquake Preparedness

It is an earthquake of less intensity that follows the main earthquake.

• liquefaction

• magnitude

• intensity

• aftershock

This logo stands for...

• Philippine Institute of Volcanic and Seismologic

• Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology

• Philippine Institute for Volcanoes and Seismologies

• Philippine Institute of Volcanic Eruptions and Seismology

Evaluate the structural soundness of the buildings and houses; strengthen or retrofit if necessary.

• Before an Earthquake Hits

• During an Earthquake Hits

• After an Earthquake Hits

Breakable items, harmful chemicals and flammable materials should be stored properly in the uppermost shelves.

• True

• False

• Maybe

Check yourself and others for injuries, water and electrical lines for damages, for spills of chemical, toxic and flammable materials and control fires which may spread.

• During an Earthquake Hits

• After an Earthquake Hits

• Before an Earthquake Hits

If you need to evacuate your residence, don't leave a message stating where you are going and bring your emergency supply kit.

• Maybe

• True

• False

This image means...

• Duck, Cover and Run.

• Duck, Cover and Pray.

• Duck, Cover and Hold

• Dance, Cover and Hold

If you’re near the shore and feel an earthquake especially if its too strong, move quickly to higher grounds, Tsunamis might follow.

• During an Earthquake Hits

• After an Earthquake Hits

• Before an Earthquake HIts

Which of following earthquake preparedness should be observed before an earthquake hits?

• Prepare a handy emergency supply kit with first aid kit, canned food and can opener, water, clothing, blanket, battery-operated radio, flashlights and extra batteries.

• If possible quickly open the door for exit.

• Check yourself and others for injuries, water and electrical lines for damages, for spills of chemical, toxic and flammable materials and control fires which may spread.

• Keep updated on disaster prevention instructions from battery-operated radios.

The following objects are included in an emergency supply kit, EXCEPT for...

• flashlights

• clothings

• money

• canned food