How to protect ourselves from earthquakes

If you get injured, it becomes more difficult to extinguish fires or to evacuate. It is crucial to prevent furniture from falling or moving.

It is important to become accustomed to it. Do not leave flammable materials around open flames.

It is crucial to ensure an exit for those living in mid-to-high-rise housing, including condominiums. If an escape route becomes blocked, you cannot evacuate.

In case of fire, try to extinguish the fire quickly if the fire has not reached the ceiling yet. Do not forget to prepare fire extinguishers beforehand.

Do not panic; remain calm in action. Beware of falling roof tiles, glass, signs, etc., when you evacuate.

Evacuate to a park or the like when you are outside. Avoid dangerous areas where falling objects or collapsing cinder block walls can be expected.

More than one evacuation route is needed as shelter. Do not evacuate haphazardly. Instead, listen to the directions of voluntary disaster-prevention organizations and evacuate in unison.

Hospital treatment may become limited with overwhelming injuries. It is important to establish an emergency relief system for the entire community.

Facts are consistent. Try to obtain accurate information from radio, communities, or voluntary disaster-prevention organizations, and respond appropriately.