Bridge Community Church Harstine Island

• An earthquake is a sudden movement of the earth
  
• Earthquakes are caused by the abrupt release of strain accumulated
  
• over a long time
  
• Earthquakes can cause death, injury, and extensive property damage
  

• Earthquake-sudden slipping or movement of the earth's crust
  
• Aftershock-an earthquake of similar or lesser intensity following the
  
• main earthquake
  
• Fault-the fracture across which displacement occurred during an earthqua
  
• Epicenter-place on the earth's surface directly above the point where the rupture began
  
• Seismic waves-vibrations that travel outward from the fault
  
• Magnitude-amount of energy released by an earthquake
  

• Repair defective utility wiring and connections
  
• Bolt down large appliances
  
• Place heavy objects and breakables on lower shelves
  
• Anchor overhead lighting fixtures
  
• Ensure residence is anchored to its foundation
  
• Install flexible pipe fittings
  
• Locate safe spots in each room
  
• Hold earthquake drills with family members
  

• Minimize your movements
  
• Take cover under a sturdy desk or table
  
• Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors
  
• If you are in bed, stay there and protect your head with a pillow
  
• Use a doorway for shelter only if it is close and is a strongly supported, load bearing doorway
  
• Stay indoors until shaking has stopped
  
• Be aware the electricity may go out
  
• Do not use elevators
  

If outside:
o       Stay outside
o       Move away from buildings, streetlights, utility wire
If in a moving vehicle:
o       Stop as quickly as safety permits and stay in the vehicle
o       Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped
If trapped under debris:
o       Do not light a match
o       Do not move or kick up dust
o       Cover your mouth
o       Tap on pipe or wall

After an Earthquake

• Be prepared for aftershocks
  
• Open cabinets cautiously