Recently, a Dutch scientist made headlines for predicting a major earthquake in Pakistan within the next 48 hours, however, his reports were denied by the PMD turned the news as false information.
It is to be highly noted here that a Dutch scientist who works for SSGEOS is the name organisation who previously predicted a massive quake in Turkey earlier this year in which over 47,000 people lost their lives.
So what should you do when an earthquake with high intensity hits the area you’re living in?
What to do before an earthquake
Keep a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, a flashlight at home.
Learn first aid.
Learn how to turn off the gas, water, and electricity.
Make up a plan of where to meet your family after an earthquake.
Don’t leave heavy objects on shelves (they’ll fall during a quake).
Learn the earthquake plan at your school or workplace.
What to do during an earthquake
- If you’re indoors, stay inside. If you’re outside, stay outside.
- If you’re indoors, stand against a wall near the center of the building, stand in a doorway, or crawl under heavy furniture (a desk or table). Stay away from windows and outside doors.
- If you’re outdoors, stay in the open away from power lines or anything that might fall. Stay away from buildings (stuff might fall off the building or the building could fall on you).
- Don’t use matches, candles, or any flame. Broken gas lines and fire don’t mix.
- If you’re in a car, stop the car and stay inside the car until the earthquake stops.
- Don’t use elevators (they may shut down).
What to do after an earthquake
- Check yourself and others for injuries. Provide first aid for anyone who needs it.
- Don’t use the phone unless it’s an emergency.
- Stay out of damaged buildings.
- Be careful around broken glass and debris. Wear boots or sturdy shoes to keep from cutting your feet.
- Stay away from beaches. Tsunamis and seiches sometimes hit after the ground has stopped shaking.
- If you’re at school or work, follow the emergency plan or the instructions of the person in charge.
