Earthquake Safety Tips To Protect Yourself And Your Child

The earth shakes abruptly and quickly during earthquakes as a result of the shifting and shattering of rock beds beneath the surface of the planet. They can happen at any time of the year, day or night, and can come on quickly and without warning. However, being prepared makes all the difference and can save lives. Families and children can get ready together.

Disasters can be frightening, but one approach to lessen your fear is to be prepared. Here are some earthquake safety tips to protect yourself and your child during this disaster:

1. Educate Your Child About Earthquakes

Describe how earthquakes are a natural occurrence and how nobody is to blame for them. Explain everything in clear and simple language so that even young children can easily understand what could happen. Create a family emergency plan for earthquakes that includes an escape strategy. Children should be reminded and reassured that your main focus is keeping them safe.

2. Cover Yourself & Your Child Properly

Start by cautiously picking up your child and holding them close to your chest if you are stuck inside your home during an earthquake. As soon as the shaking stops, take cover together in a secure location. You can hide inside a strong desk, table, or bed. Make sure the desk or table doesn't have a marble or glass top that could crack and fall on you. Avoid using glass windows, doors, wall hangings, and overhead cabinets.

3. Don't Use Lift

You could either carry your baby in your arms or properly hold their hand, depending on their age. Don’t use a lift and avoid taking any heavy cots, strollers, or prams down the stairs, which would slow you down. Also, in such circumstances, individuals often push or rush downstairs, so use caution for the safety of both you and your child.

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4. Don't Stress, Stay Calm

If you are already outside when the earthquake occurs, go down on your hands and knees to maintain your balance before carrying your child and crawling to a location far enough away from falling objects. A child may experience severe fear during an earthquake. Despite the fact that you may also be anxious and afraid, try to maintain your calm so you can relax and comfort your child.

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5. Practice Earthquake Drills.

Practice an earthquake drill once you've made your earthquake evacuation plan and spoken with your kids about it. Children will learn what to do and how to be safe during an earthquake by practicing earthquake drills.

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