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Emergency Councilman explains that "the neighbors are quiet as they have not noticed", and recalled the recommendations for before, during and after an earthquake.
Emergency Councillor of the City of Lorca, Eduardo Sanchez, reported that "the National Geographic Institute has confirmed this morning two small earthquakes of 1.6 and 1.8 at a depth of 11 and 8 km in the districts high and west the municipality. "
Likewise Eduardo Sanchez, reminded neighbors considering that earthquakes can not be predicted, and that the best way to protect yourself is to be well informed and prepared, moved the following basic recommendations to protect against earthquakes, which always should be taken into account in our day to day.
Before they happen:
1.
Be prepared: first aid kit, flashlights, battery powered radio, batteries, etc..
and some provisions in place known to all.
Know how to turn off electricity, gas and water.
Two.
Provide an action plan in case of emergency and secure the reunion of the family in a safe place.
Three.
Produce a telephone directory to, if necessary, be able to call emergency services, Fire, Health Care or Police.
Although you can always resort to 112 as emergency center
April.
Do not place heavy objects on tall furniture, secure them in the ground.
May.
Fasten to walls furniture such as cabinets, shelves, etc.
and hold objects that can cause injury by falling, as pictures, mirrors, lamps, toxic or flammable materials, etc..
June.
Check the structure of your home and, above all, make sure chimneys, eaves, siding, balconies, etc..
have good attachment to the structural elements.
If necessary, consult a construction technician.
During an earthquake: If the earthquake is strong, calm down, it will end soon.
If the earthquake is strong, keep calm and forward.
Sharpen the focus to avoid risks and remember the following guidelines:
a.
If you are inside a building, stay inside, if you are out, stay out.
Entering or exiting buildings can only cause accidents.
b.
Inside a building structures look strong: under a table or bed, under the lintel of a door, next to a pillar, wall or in a corner master and protect your head.
c.
Do not use the elevator and never flee hastily towards the exit.
d.
Extinguish all fire.
Do not use any type of flame (match, lighter, candle, etc..) During or immediately after the quake.
e.
Outside a building, move away from electrical wires, cornices, windows, railings, etc..
f.
Do not approach or enter buildings to avoid being hit by the fall of dangerous objects (windows, cornices, etc..).
Go to places open, do not run and watch for traffic.
g.
If you are driving when the earthquake occurs, stop where you allow to remain therein, bridges and pits removed.
After an earthquake:
- Keep calm and have saved the others.
Prevent any panic.
- Check if someone is hurt, pay the necessary assistance.
The seriously injured should not move, unless you have knowledge of how to do it, in case of worsening of the situation (fire, landslide, etc..) Move with caution.
- Check the condition of the water pipes, gas and electricity, do it visually and by smell, never operate any appliance.
For any failure or doubt, close the taps general and notify technicians or authorities.
- Do not use the phone.
Do it only in case of extreme emergency.
Connect the radio for information and instructions from the authorities.
It is preferable for data communication (Internet or E) that voice.
- Exercise caution when opening cupboards, some objects may be left in an unstable position.
- Wear boots or shoes with thick soles to protect against sharp objects.
- Not immediately repair the damage, unless there is broken glass or bottles with toxic or flammable.
- Turn off any fire, if he could not master immediately contact the fire department.
- After a very violent shake out orderly and gradually occupying the building, especially if it has damage.
- Stay away from damaged buildings.
Go to open areas.
- After a strong earthquake aftershocks follow can cause additional damage, particularly in damaged buildings.
Stay away from them.
- In buildings with serious damage not enter until authorized.
- Consume bottled or boiled water.
COLLABORATE WITH EMERGENCY SERVICES:
- Operate according to the standards or recommendations Seismic Emergency Guidelines and emergency services.
- Do not be swayed by rumors, not the spread.
Turn on the radio and follow the instructions dictate www.lorca.es authorities on twitter @ AytoLorca or www.facebook.es / ayuntamientolorca.
- Inform the authorities of serious damage to buildings, especially those that threaten to crumble in transit zones.
Communicate the existence of hazardous material (product radioactive, toxic, etc..) Or any event (fire, explosions, etc..) Which threatens to raise or trigger more damage.
- Work with emergency services and under his orders.
Coordination is essential.
Collaborate in helping the wounded, sick, children and elderly.
- Attend calls put by the authorities.
Do not go to the affected areas if requested.
Rubbernecking is dangerous and hampering relief efforts.
- Do not use the car as there is danger of accidents and prevents external aid.
- Use only in extreme cases.
Economize your resources (water, food, etc..).
Work with your neighbors.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Lorca
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