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how to react after the earthquake

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Modified: 13 April 2018, 9:21 PM   User: Daniela Tinoco Oliveira  → DT

Greece

Estonia

Italy

When the shaking stops, look around. If there is a clear path to safety, leave the building and go to an open space away from damaged areas.

If you are trapped, do not move about or kick up dust.

If you have a cell phone with you, use it to call or text for help.

Tap on a pipe or wall or use a whistle, if you have one, so that rescuers can locate you.

Once safe, monitor local news reports via battery operated radio, TV, social media, and cell phone text alerts for emergency information and instructions.

Be prepared to “Drop, Cover, and Hold on” in the likely event of aftershocks.

Portugal

• When the shaking stops, look around. If the building is damaged and there is a clear path to safety, leave the building and go to an open space away from damaged areas;

• Be prepared to “Drop, Cover, and Hold on” in the likely event of aftershocks;

• Check for small fires and extinguish them;

• Get away from the beaches;

• Release the animals;

• Check for injuries and provide assistance if you have training. Do not remove injured persons with fractures unless there is a danger of fire, flood or collapse;

• Turn on the radio and be aware of the broadcast instructions;

• Do not use the phone except in case of extreme urgency;

• If you are trapped, do not move about or kick up dust;

• If you are near the coast, learn about tsunamis in your area. If you are in an area that may have tsunamis, when the shaking stops, walk inland and to higher ground immediately. Monitor official reports for more information on the area’s tsunami evacuation plans;

• Wear protective clothing, including a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, work gloves, and sturdy, thick-soled shoes during clean-up;

Reunion

1- Go out carefully of the building and stay far away of anything that can collapse

2- Don’t telephone in order to not disrupt the communication network

3- Don’t take the lift

4- Don’t smoke don’t provoke flames or sparks

5- Don’t isolate yourself

6- Only take your essentials

Romania

Turkey