08/03/2023
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Since the Philippines is situated along the Pacific Ring of Fire, it frequently experiences earthquakes. The nation is situated on the seismically active Pacific "Ring of Fire," a belt of volcanoes and fault lines that arcs around the edge of the Pacific Ocean and frequently causes earthquakes, making it particularly vulnerable to natural disasters.
The Philippines is a country that regularly experiences earthquakes, although the majority are barely felt. PHIVOLCS typically records 20 earthquakes per day, with 100 to 150 earthquakes occurring annually.
Now that we are aware of this information and have firsthand experience with it, how can we protect ourselves?
Given our predicament and the fact that yesterday we endured a 6.2 and a 5.9 magnitude, what should we do to be completely ready during an earthquake?
1. Establish a family emergency communication plan with a person who lives outside of your state.
2. If we become estranged from one another, determine where to go.
3. Create a stock kit that includes a flashlight, a fire extinguisher, a whistle, and enough food and drink for several days.
Knowing what to do during an earthquake is really vital to know. DCH is used in almost every setting, including schools and workplaces. Everyone is aware of DCH, but it's still crucial to understand what it does and why we practice it.
1. Drop to your hands and knees before the earthquake knocks you down. This position protects you from falling but allows you to still move if necessary.
2. COVER your head and neck (and your entire body, if possible) underneath a sturdy table or desk. If there is no shelter nearby, get down near an interior wall or next to low-lying furniture that wonโt fall on you, and cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.
3. Hold on to your shelter (or to your head and neck) until the shaking stops. Be prepared to move your shelter if the shaking shifts it around.
What should one do next after an earthquake?
1. Be prepared for aftershocks.
2. Listen to the radio or television for information from authorities. Follow their instructions. Place telephone receivers back in their cradles; only make calls if requiring emergency services.
3. Put on sturdy shoes and protective clothing to help prevent injury from debris, especially broken glass.
4. Check your home for structural damage and other hazards. If you suspect your home is unsafe, do not re-enter.
5. If you have to leave your home, take your emergency kit and other essential items with you. Post a message in clear view, indicating where you can be found. Do not waste food or water, as supplies may be interrupted.
Since earthquakes occur frequently, it is very vital to abide by these rules. Stay composed at all times. Panicking won't do anything to fix the problem. The most important thing to do is to PRAY AND TRUST GOD! ๐๐
Written by: Bravo, B.
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