Here are some tips on how to make your home safer if an earthquake were to happen:
~ Disaster kit ( could also be used for fire, tornado, or any other disaster)
~ Mount bookshelves, TVs, tall dressers,
~ Route and position for the family to meet.
~ Install a seismic shut-off valve on the main gas line. Understand how it works
~ tools needed and keep them handy.
~ Know where and how to operate the main electric and water services
~ Have the water heater properly braced
~ Know the safe spots in each room such as corners and away from window glass.
~ keep heavy objects on the lower shelves so they don’t fall on people
~ Create a plan including a designated meeting place inside or outside the residence. Train the family on all aspects of the plan so it can be executed in the dark under stressful conditions.
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~ Disaster kit ( could also be used for fire, tornado, or any other disaster)
~ Mount bookshelves, TVs, tall dressers,
~ Route and position for the family to meet.
~ Install a seismic shut-off valve on the main gas line. Understand how it works
~ tools needed and keep them handy.
~ Know where and how to operate the main electric and water services
~ Have the water heater properly braced
~ Know the safe spots in each room such as corners and away from window glass.
~ keep heavy objects on the lower shelves so they don’t fall on people
~ Create a plan including a designated meeting place inside or outside the residence. Train the family on all aspects of the plan so it can be executed in the dark under stressful conditions.
