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Earthquake occurs when shaking and vibration

  Earthquake occurs when shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane of from volcanic activity

  There are basically three types of earthquake:

  1, Volcanic: Occurs, when any volcano abrupt in the mountainous region.

  2, Tectonic: Occurs, when giant tectonic plates under ground pushes or shift.

  3. Artificial: Occurs, when any country test their missiles or nuclear bombs within the country.

  Before Earthquake:

  Following are the tips for every one to pre planned before Earthquakes occur.

  For Practice and pre planning, choose a safe place in every room under a strong table, chair, bed or desk anywhere, where you are sure that nothing can fall on you. Drop yourself under a powerful desk or table, hold on firmly, and do remember to protect your eyes and other sensitive parts of your body by pressing your face against your arm. If there's no table, bed chair or desk nearby, sit on the floor against an interior wall away from windows, bookcases, or tall furniture that could fall on you. Remember that in the recent Earthquake in Pakistan, most of the people have lost their hands, legs or eyes because of lack of safety planning.

  Prepare an emergency supplies kit for your family including few mineral water bottles and non-perishable food most likely dry fruits or canned food, as well as a manual can opener, paper plates, cups, first-aid kit with essential medications, sleeping bags, flashlight and battery-operated radio with extra batteries. Keep this Kit always by your bedside.

  Get training in how to use a fire extinguisher. Learn the value of dignity of work. Don't be shy as this practical training would be of worth for you in future. First Aid training could also be getting from Guides, Scouts or any NGO's in Pakistan, which provide such trainings like Aga Khan Focus Humanitarian Assistance, Pakistan.

  If possible, buy a Fire Extinguisher for your Flat for future need.

  Make a Diary and keep the important phone numbers of your family members in it. Keep this diary in your Wallet / Pocket or Purse.

  Bolt tall furniture Cabinets, Geyser and all the heavy objects to wall studs and install strong handle on cupboards.

  Try to be alert all the time by listening to latest updates on your TV channels/ Radio.

  Develop an earthquake safety action plan for your family identifying places that can provide the highest amount of protection during Track Lighting Led Made In China an earthquake as well as an escape route and off-premises meeting place.

  Teach family members how to cut off water, gas and electricity within the house.

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