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Recent Earthquakes:
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| 9/22/2011 |
SOUTHERN SUMATRA, INDONESIA |
5.3 |
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9/22/2011 |
LUZON, PHILIPPINES |
5.0 |
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9/22/2011 |
EASTERN TURKEY |
5.5 |
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Prepare for evacuation: |
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1. Have a plan - this should include: |
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A. Where family and party members will meet. |
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B. An escape route that includes an alternate course. |
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2. Gas - Traffic may be backed up for hours and buying fuel may not be an option. |
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3. Cash - Small bills are the best choice. Don't count on using plastic. |
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4. Medication - Have a 7 day supply in your evacuation kit. |
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5. Food and Water - this should include: |
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A. Baby food and formula - 3 day supply. |
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B. Water - 3 gallons per person per day.
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C. 3 day supply of nonperishable food per person.
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Emergency Public Alert Radio/Weather Station.
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- Remember fresh batteries. |
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First Aid Supplies |
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8. Flashlight |
9. Blankets and
Sleeping Bags |
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10. A generator, while not an absolute necessity, may prove very valuable. |
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Prepare your home:
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Before an earthquake:
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| 1. Everything hanging on a wall should be secured with wall anchors. |
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Here is an excellent tutorial from
The Natural Handy Man |
| 2. Place breakable and heavy objects on lower shelves. |
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Consider securing them with double sided tape or velco. |
| 3. Secure shelving to walls. |
Here is an excellent tutorial from
The Natural Handy Man
| 2. Place breakable and heavy objects on lower shelves. |
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Consider securing them with double sided tape or velco. |
| 3. Secure shelving to walls. |