Earthquakes Hit Kashmir's Baramulla: Here Are 5 Safety Tips To Protect Yourself

The earthquake-prone region of Kashmir Valley has been hit with two back-to-back earthquakes. Baramulla is seismologically situated in an area that makes it more susceptible to earthquakes. To keep yourself and your family safe during earthquakes, you must follow these five safety tips. Keep reading to learn more.

2 Earthquakes Hit Kashmir’s Baramulla

On Monday, August 20, 2024, the Baramulla district of the Kashmir Valley was hit with two consecutive earthquakes. As per reports from the local authorities, there have been no reports of loss of life or damage to property from anywhere in the valley. As reported by Mukhtar Ahmad, the Meteorological Department Director, “The first earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale occurred at 6:45 a.m. with coordinates, latitude 34.17 degrees north and longitude 74.16 degrees east. The epicentre of the earthquake was in Baramulla district of J&K and its depth was 5 km inside the earth.” (SOURCE: NDTV)

The first earthquake caused chaos among the locals, and soon “the second earthquake occurred at 6:52 a.m. and its magnitude was 4.8 on the Richter scale. Its latitude was 34.20 degrees north and longitude 74.31 degrees east. The epicentre of the second earthquake was also in Baramulla district and it occurred at a depth of 10 km.” (SOURCE: NDTV)

5 Safety Tips To Follow During Earthquakes

As per the American Red Cross, these are the five safety tips you should follow to protect themselves during an earthquake:

The Drop, Cover, Hold On Method

Whether you live in an earthquake-prone area or not, you must be aware of the ‘drop, cover, hold on’ method. This method is a guide to how you should act during an earthquake. When an earthquake hits, you should:

• Drop to the floor immediately to prevent being knocked down, and crawl to a protected space.
• Cover your head, neck, and arms with a sturdy table or desk nearby, or crawl underneath it for protection. You must stay on your knees and bend over to prevent injuries.
• Hold on to sturdy objects till the shaking stops.

Get Earthquake Insurance

Getting your building’s structural layout evaluated is imperative, especially if you live in an earthquake prone area. Contact your insurance provider to get earthquake insurance as a preventative measure.

Secure Loose Items In Your Space

If you have loose items such as straps, hooks, or latches, secure them so they don't injure you during an earthquake.

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Learn These Safety Skills For Emergencies

You must learn emergency skills like first aid and CPR to help others. Learn how to use a fire extinguisher, and make sure you know how to shut off household utilities from the main power source.

Always Have A Backup

Always stay ready by having backup supplies like a backup battery or a battery-powered radio. Stay alert and aware of any warning signals or announcements of an earthquake.

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