When indoors during an earthquake, the safest place to be is:
Under a sturdy piece of furniture
Next to exterior walls
In a doorway
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It’s usually safest to stay under a sturdy piece of furniture. In modern structures, exterior walls are often the first parts of the building to collapse, and doorframes are typically no stronger than the rest of the building.
If you’re outside during an earthquake, you should seek shelter in a building.
True
False
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If you’re outside, seek an open area clear from falling debris. Stay away from buildings, trees and power lines. Buildings may not remain stable during an earthquake.
CORRECT
A good indicator of an impending earthquake is:
Hot, dry weather
Neither of these
Unsettled pets
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There’s no proof that pets can sense earthquakes, or that any type of weather suggests one is imminent.
There’s no proof that any type of weather suggests an earthquake is imminent.
There’s no proof that pets can sense earthquakes.
If an earthquake hits while driving, you should:
Drive quickly away from the earthquake
Pull over and get out of the car
Pull over and stay in the car
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Find a safe place to stop, avoiding overpasses, bridges and power lines. Don’t attempt to drive or get out of your car during an earthquake.
How much drinking water should you include in an emergency preparedness kit?
One gallon
One gallon per person per day
One gallon per person
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Earthquakes can cause major power outages and disruptions to supplies of safe drinking water. Be sure to have at least one gallon of safe drinking water per person per day until service is restored or evacuation is complete.
The most common hazard after an earthquake is:
Fire
Tsunami
Sewer backup
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Ruptured gas lines, ruptured power lines and debris contribute to fire being the most common post-earthquake hazard. Avoid using matches or lighters in damaged areas.
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References Introduction: https://www.usgs.gov/programs/earthquake-hazards/science/introduction-national- seismic-hazard-maps
Questions 1, 2, 4: https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/earthquakes/during.html#:~:text=If%20you%20are %20able%2C%20seek,up%20with%20blankets%20and%20pillows
Question 3: https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/can-you-predict-earthquakes
Question 5: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/survival-kit-supplies.html
Question 6: https://www.osha.gov/emergency-preparedness/guides/earthquakes#:~:text=Fire%20is%20 the%20most%20common,fires%20or%20sparks%20being%20released
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