Essential Earthquake Safety Strategies for Kids

The video provides a comprehensive guide on how to stay safe during an earthquake. It begins with initial reactions and emphasizes the importance of staying calm. Safety tips include covering your mouth, nose, and head, hiding under sturdy furniture, and avoiding elevators. Outdoor safety measures are also discussed, such as moving to open ground and staying away from hillsides. The video explains the causes of earthquakes and their potential secondary effects like tsunamis and mudslides. It concludes with steps for emergency preparedness, highlighting the need to be alert and ready for aftershocks.

What is the first thing you should do when you feel an earthquake?

• Use the elevator to evacuate

• Shout for help

• Stay calm and take cover

• Run outside immediately

Where should you hide during an earthquake?

• Under a sturdy table or bed

• In a doorway

• Under a tree

• Near a window

What should you avoid doing when you are outside during an earthquake?

• Run towards open ground

• Walk quickly without looking around

• Stay near buildings

• Remain calm and quiet

What natural events can be triggered by an earthquake?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Tsunamis and mudslides

• Hurricanes

• Tornadoes

What is the primary cause of an earthquake?

• Strong winds

• Sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust

• Volcanic activity

• Heavy rainfall

What should you do if you are near the ocean during an earthquake?

• Stay on the beach

• Stay in your car

• Run towards high ground

• Swim into the ocean

What is a safe place to hide at home during an earthquake?

• Under the bed

• In the kitchen

• Near a window

• In the garage

What should you do if you are at home and everything starts to move?

• Run outside immediately

• Quickly hide in a safe place

• Use the elevator

• Stand still and wait

What should you do after a large earthquake?

• Stay alert for aftershocks

• Ignore aftershocks

• Go back to sleep

• Leave your hiding place immediately

What is an ideal hiding place during an earthquake?

• Under a tree

• In the bathroom

• Near a window

• On the balcony