What do you do during an earthquake shower?

“Drop, cover, hold,” he says. (You’re supposed to cover your head with anything you can grab – like a pillow — since the force of a major earthquake easily throws you to the ground, where you could be struck by falling objects.)

Can you hide in a closet during 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.

What should people immediately do during an earthquake?

DROP to the ground; take COVER by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture; and HOLD ON until the shaking stops. Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, (such as lighting fixtures or furniture). Stay in bed if you are there when the earthquake strikes.

What do you do in bed during an earthquake?

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.

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.

Can an earthquake break your legs?

Leg fractures in earthquake are often caused by high en- ergy injury and most cases are severe. External forces not only destroy the skin on middle and lower tibia, but also damage muscles, blood vessels and nerves in deep tissue.