Disaster Preparedness

What to Do If You Are Outside During an Earthquake — Open Space and Awareness Save Lives

Learn how to stay safe outdoors during an earthquake by moving to open space and watching for falling objects, glass, and unstable structures.
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Earthquake Myths vs. Facts — Wrong Beliefs Cause Injuries, Not Earthquakes

Separate common earthquake myths from facts, and see why mistaken beliefs, not the shaking itself, cause many avoidable injuries and deaths.
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Safe Evacuation From High-Rise Buildings — Knowing When to Stay and When to Leave Saves Lives

Understand how high-rise buildings react during earthquakes and how to judge when staying put is safer than rushing down crowded stairwells.
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How to Protect Children During Earthquakes — Adult Actions Decide a Child’s Survival

Learn practical steps adults can take to shield children during an earthquake, since a young child's survival often depends on nearby grownups.
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What to Do in the First 60 Seconds of an Earthquake — The Actions That Decide Survival

Discover which actions in the first minute of an earthquake truly protect you, and why fast, correct decisions matter far more than panic.
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Disaster Preparedness for Schools and Teachers

How schools can protect children during a disaster, covering evacuation, communication, and calm routines when many young lives depend on staff.
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What to Do in the First 60 Seconds of an Earthquake — “Your Reaction in One Minute Determines Your Survival”

The first minute of an earthquake decides your survival. Learn the calm, immediate actions that prevent injuries when the shaking starts.
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Earthquake Early-Warning Systems — “Seconds of Warning Can Save Lives—Here’s How the Technology Works”

Earthquake early-warning systems give seconds of notice before strong shaking. Learn how the technology works and how to use that time.
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Volunteer Coordination During Disasters — “Organized Support Saves Lives—Uncoordinated Help Can Create New Risks”

Volunteers save lives, but disorganized help creates new risks. Learn how coordination makes disaster relief safer and more effective.
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Disaster Mental Health Support — “Emotional Recovery Is Just as Important as Physical Safety”

Recovery is emotional as well as physical. Learn how mental health support helps survivors cope after the shock and fear of a disaster.