Comprehensive Disaster Preparedness & Response Guide
Empower Yourself: Be Ready for Any Disaster
Last Updated: March 20, 2025
Earthquakes
- Secure Your Home: Anchor heavy furniture, use cabinet latches.
- Emergency Kit: Water (3 days), food, flashlight, batteries, first aid, documents.
- Family Plan: Establish meeting points, emergency contacts.
- Building Safety: Follow earthquake-resistant codes.
- Indoors: Drop, Cover, Hold On under a sturdy table.
- Outdoors: Move to open space, away from buildings.
- In a Vehicle: Pull over safely, avoid overpasses.
- Check for injuries, provide first aid.
- Inspect home for gas leaks, structural damage.
- Stay informed about aftershocks.
📌 Relevant Media: Infographics on 'Drop, Cover, Hold', videos on earthquake preparedness.
📄 Documents: NDMA Guidelines on Earthquake Management