Disaster Preparedness

During earthquakes, misinformation spreads faster than shaking itself. In real disaster scenes, I have repeatedly seen p...

High-rise buildings behave very differently during earthquakes. Elevators stop, stairwells become crowded, and panic cau...

Children are especially vulnerable during earthquakes. They are smaller, slower to react, and easily overwhelmed by fear...

The first 60 seconds of an earthquake are critical. Panic and hesitation cause injuries, while fast and correct actions ...

Earthquake early-warning systems provide alerts seconds before strong shaking reaches an area. These short moments allow...

Disasters cause shock, fear, confusion, and long-term emotional strain. Mental health support is essential for helping s...

During disasters, toilets fail, water becomes unsafe, garbage accumulates, and disease spreads quickly—especially in cro...

Schools are responsible for the safety of hundreds of children during disasters. Earthquakes, fires, floods, and severe ...

Nighttime evacuations are significantly more dangerous than daytime ones. Limited visibility, fatigue, power outages, an...

During disasters, water supplies can become contaminated by sewage, chemicals, or broken pipes. Safe drinking water is e...