Why should you lie under a table or desk during an earthquake?

In most situations, you can protect yourself if you immediately: DROP down onto your hands and knees before the earthquake knocks you down. This position protects you from falling but allows you to still move if necessary. COVER your head and neck (and your entire body if possible) underneath a sturdy table or desk.

1. Should you go under bed during an earthquake?
2. Can you hide under a glass table during an earthquake?
3. What to do if earthquake happens while sleeping?
4. What are the 5 steps during an earthquake?
5. Is a closet safe in an earthquake?
6. Where is the safest place during an earthquake?
7. What are the do's and don'ts before an earthquake?
8. Why do you hear a loud rumble before an earthquake?
9. Do windows break in an earthquake?
10. Why stand under a doorway during an earthquake?
11. Is it safe to be on the top floor during an earthquake?

Should you go under bed during an earthquake?

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istockphoto If you're in bed when the shaking starts, stay there, say experts. ... If your bed is under a heavy light fixture that might fall, move someplace safe.

Can you hide under a glass table during an earthquake?

When an earthquake occurs, the absolute best place to be is outside, away from any glass or trees that could fall on you. However, often these ideal conditions are not present and in that case a strong desk or table as mentioned so far should suffice.

What to do if earthquake happens while sleeping?

If an earthquake happens, protect yourself right away:

If you are in bed, turn face down and cover your head and neck with a pillow. If you are outdoors, stay outdoors away from buildings. If you are inside, stay and do not run outside and avoid doorways.

What are the 5 steps during an earthquake?

Remember, Drop, Cover, and Hold On.

Get down on the ground under a table or desk. Keep your emergency preparedness kit nearby so you'll have the supplies you need. Keep clear of windows—glass may shatter from the shaking. Never stand under objects that can fall on top of you like a large bookcase.

Is a closet safe in an earthquake?

A closet should be near your bed to avoid any injuries while running around a house during the earthquake. The wardrobe also needs to be free of debris. When the cabinet topples over during an earthquake, assume the required position to protect yourself. Stay away from glass windows during an earthquake.

Where is the safest place during an earthquake?

If you are able, seek shelter under a sturdy table or desk. Stay away from outer walls, windows, fireplaces, and hanging objects. If you are unable to move from a bed or chair, protect yourself from falling objects by covering up with blankets and pillows.

What are the do's and don'ts before an earthquake?

Affix mirrors, paintings and other hanging objects securely, so they won't fall off hooks. Locate beds and chairs away from chimneys and windows. Don't hang heavy pictures and other items over beds. Closed curtains and blinds will help stop broken window glass from falling on beds.

Why do you hear a loud rumble before an earthquake?

The place above it on the surface is the epicentre. Earthquakes cause vibration waves to travel through the ground. The first sign of a quake is often the rumbling sound caused by the 'P' (primary or push) waves. These travel at about 20,000 kilometres an hour.

Do windows break in an earthquake?

If a building has large windows, the glass may break when the ground shakes, especially if there are only narrow walls on each side of the windows. In a major earthquake, buildings with large storefront windows can lean over and even collapse if the front wall is inadequately braced.

Why stand under a doorway during an earthquake?

You drop to your knees, so the quake can't knock you down. You cover under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture to protect yourself from falling objects. You hold on, so your protection moves with you.

Is it safe to be on the top floor during an earthquake?

In an earthquake, if you are on an upper story of a building, do not try to leave the building during the earthquake. ... Taking cover is the only way to protect from falling debris, the main source of injury in an earthquake. You do not know when you first feel the shaking how large the earthquake will be.