Do’s and don ts during earthquake?

Do’s:
1. Stay calm and get to a safe place.
2. Drop to the ground, cover your head and neck with your arms, and take cover under a sturdy table or desk if possible.
3. Move away from windows, glass, and any heavy furniture or objects that may fall over.
4. If you are outdoors, move away from buildings, power lines and trees.
5. Stay away from the beach, as tsunamis can arrive shortly after an earthquake.

Don’ts:
1. Don’t go outside of the building during an earthquake.
2. Don’t stand in doorway frames, as this can cause injury if the door falls.
3. Don’t use elevators.
4. Don’t try to run out of a moving building.
5. Don’t use matches, candles, or any other open flame indoors, as gas lines may have ruptured.