How to Survive an Earthquake with April Bowlby

Описание: Prepare an earthquake emergency kit in under 4 minutes.
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DURING AN EARTHQUAKE:
DO NOT stand in a doorway.
1. Drop to the ground (or pull over) away from tall objects.
2. Hide under strong desk or table (if available).
3. Hold on.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE:
Never use an elevator.
Check for injuries.

For emergencies always have a BASIC EMERGENCY KIT on hand:
1. Water (3+ days)
2. Food (Meals Ready to Eat, 3+ Days)
3. First Aid Kit

DELUXE LIST:

DRUGS/MEDICATIONS
• Hydrogen peroxide to wash and disinfect wounds
• Antibiotic ointment
• Individually wrapped alcohol swabs
• Aspirin and non-aspirin tablets
• Prescriptions and any long-term medications (keep these current)
• Diarrhea medicine
• Eye drops

EXTRAS
• First aid book
• Scissors
• Tweezers
• Thermometer
• Bar soap
• Tissues
• Sunscreen
• Paper cups
• Pocket knife
• Small plastic bags
• Safety pins
• Needle and thread
• Instant cold packs for sprains
• Sanitary napkins
• Splinting materials

HOME KIT
• ax, shovel, broom
• screwdriver, pliers, hammer, adjustable wrench
• rope for towing or rescue
• plastic sheeting and tape
• sturdy shoes that can provide protection from broken glass, nails, and other debris
• gloves (heavy and durable for cleaning up debris)
• candles
• waterproof matches
• change of clothing
• knife
• garden hose (for siphoning and firefighting)
• tent
• recreational supplies for children and adults
• blankets or sleeping bags
• portable radio, flashlight, and extra batteries
• essential medications and eyeglasses
• fire extinguisher — multipurpose, dry chemical type
• food and water for pets
• toilet tissue
• cash

AUTO KIT
• Blankets
• Bottled water
• Change of clothes
• Coins for telephone calls
• Fire extinguisher — multipurpose, dry chemical type
• First aid kit and manual
• Emergency signal device (light sticks, battery-type flasher, reflector, etc.)
• Flashlight with fresh batteries
• Food (nonperishable — nutrition bars, trail mix, etc.)
• Gloves
• Local map and compass
• Rope for towing, rescue, etc.
• Paper and pencils
• Premoistened towelettes
• Prescription medicines
• Battery-operated radio with fresh batteries
• Small mirror for signaling
• Toilet tissue
• Tools (pliers, adjustable wrench, screwdriver, etc.)
• Whistle for signaling
• Jumper cables
• Duct tape

Check all your items and know how to use them before putting in your kit!