EARTHQUAKE

…There is an Earthquake
During an earthquake:
• If you are inside, stay there. Get under a desk or table, or duck near a wall away from windows, light fixtures, filing cabinets, or bookcases. If you are in bed, stay there and pull the covers and pillows over you. Do not evacuate until instructed by emergency personnel.
• In a lab, exit the lab to the corridor. Duck and cover near an interior wall.
• Outside, stay in an open area away from buildings, power lines, trees or roadways.
• In a car, pull over and stop. Do not park under an overpass or near a building. Be cautious about driving again, in the event roads are damaged.

After an earthquake:
• Put on enclosed shoes to protect against broken glass.
• If the power is out use a flashlight. Do not light a match or candle.
• Be alert for safety hazards such as fire, electrical wires, gas leaks, etc.
• Check on others. If there are injuries or other urgent problems, report them to Public Safety at ext. 2222 or (619) 260-2222. Give or seek first aid. Assist any disabled persons in finding a safe place for them.
• Evacuate if the building seems unsafe or if instructed to do so. Use stairs, not elevators. Unplug small electrical appliances. Bring keys, purses, wallets, warm clothing and emergency kits.
• Remain on campus until road conditions are known. Listen to battery-operated radios for emergency information. Call (619) 260-7777 for university information.
• DO NOT use telephones and DO NOT use roadways unless necessary. Keep them open for emergency use.
• Be prepared for aftershocks.
• Cooperate with emergency personnel, keep informed, and remain calm.

Earthquake Safety Tips:
• Move heavy objects that could fall in an earthquake to low storage areas.
• Keep a small emergency kit with a flashlight, battery-operated radio, first aid supplies, and a small amount of water and nonperishable food for use after an earthquake.