Earthquakes in Washington State
Here in Washington we may not have tornados, hurricanes, or monsoons, but we have our own set of calamities. Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, tsunamis, huge fires, severe storms, dam failures, and landslides are of the most likely to occur in this area. When these disasters strike it is important to be prepared for damage that may occur. Not that people should be constantly worrying about what might happen to them and their families, but taking the time to prepare for a disaster can help families stay safe and calm during an emergency. It is a good idea to sit down with your family and discuss a family emergency plan each year, that way it will be still fresh in your minds in case quick action is required. Experts say each household should be prepared to support each other for up to three days. This means three days of food, water, shelter, clothing, bedding, animal care, first aid supplies, medications, all supplies needed for elderly or disabled, essentially everyth!ing. Since we cannot prevent these disasters from happening we only can prepare for them. An earthquake registering 6.8 on the Richter Scale hit The South Sound ar
nfamiliar environment during an emergency can be dangerous and very scary. Evaluate your home, check for hazards and decide how to cope in an emergency. Secure water heaters and gas appliances using steel straps. Consider all top heavy objects and figure ways to anchor them. Place heavy objects on lower shelves. Secure things hanging overhead such as lights, hanging plants, and mirrors. Practice with children, ensure them that if they follow procedures they will be safe. It is human nature to panic and panic can be very hazardous in itself. on State each year, and all regions of Washington have a history of earthquake history. http://www.tpl.lib.wa.us/v2/nwroom/nwroom.htm After you are sure the earthquake is over check yourself and those around you for injuries. When you have surveyed the immediate emergencies and dialed 911 to report only life-threatening emergencies you can begin to evacuate damaged buildings and do not re-enter until declared safe by a building inspector. If you are a in a tsunami hazard area follow evacuation signs or quickly move ti higher ground. Open a window if you think there might be a gas leak and evacuate the building, clean up these spills potentially hazardous chemicals that may produce harmful gases. Only use the phone for emergencies and for short calls to out of area people. You can plan to call one loved one out of state and instruct him or her to inform others for you. Make sure and keep informed, listen to the radio for instructions, wait for an "all clear" notice. 1) Tacoma Public Library "Northwest Room" 4) "Tsunami! Safety for the Washington Coast"
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