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Earthquake Guide: Recover
Be prepared for aftershocks.
- They are strong enough to topple more buildings, sever utility lines and hurt you hours, days, weeks -- even months after the main quake. If your house is in solid shape, stay indoors.
Check on those around you
- Give first aid where you can.
- Do not move seriously injured people unless they are in immediate danger of further injury.
- Remember to help neighbors who may require special assistance — infants, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
If your utilities are damaged, fix them or get out until you can have someone else do so.
- Listen to a battery-operated radio or television for the latest emergency information.
- Stay out of damaged buildings.
- Use the telephone only for emergency calls.
- Do not use your vehicle unless there is an emergency. Keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles.
Check your home
- Look for cracks and damage, including roof, chimneys and foundation. Inspect the entire length of chimneys carefully for damage. Unnoticed damage could cause a fire.
- Check your food and water supplies. Emergency water may be obtained from water heaters, melted ice cubes, toilet tanks, and canned vegetables.
- Clean up spilled medicines, bleaches or gasoline or other flammable liquids immediately.
- Leave the area if you smell gas or fumes from other chemicals.
- Open closet and cupboard doors cautiously.
- Inspect your gas, power and sewer lines for damage
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