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Councilman City Council Emergency Lorca, Eduardo Sanchez, reported that "the National Geographic Institute has noted this afternoon (at 17.16 am) an earthquake in the province of Albacete has been felt in several communities and Spanish cities, as is For Lorca ".
Sánchez, reminded residents that "since earthquakes can not be foreseen, the best way to protect yourself is to be well informed and prepared, moved the following common basic recommendations to protect against earthquakes, which is always desirable to take into account our day to day. "
Before occur:
1. Be prepared: first aid kit, flashlight, radio, batteries, etc.
and some provisions in place known by all.
Know how to turn off electricity, gas and water.
2. Provide an action plan for emergencies and secure the reunion of the family in a safe place.
3. Draw up a telephone directory to, if necessary, to call emergency services, Fire, Health Care or Police.
Although you can always resort to 112 as emergency center
4. Do not place heavy objects on top of tall furniture, secure them in the ground.
5. Fasten the wall furniture such as cabinets, shelves, etc.
and grasp objects that may damage the fall, such as pictures, mirrors, lamps, toxic or flammable materials, etc.
6. Review 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 not strong, calm down, it will end soon.
If the earthquake is strong, hold and convey calm.
Sharpen care to avoid risks and remember the following instructions:
a.
If you are inside a building, stay inside;
if you are outside, stay outside.
Entering or exiting buildings can only cause accidents.
b.
Inside a building look strong structures: under a table or bed, under the lintel of a door, next to a pillar, supporting wall or in a corner 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, stay away from electrical wires, cornices, windows, railings, etc.
f.
Do not approach or penetrate buildings to avoid being hit by falling dangerous objects (windows, cornices, etc.).
Go into open places, do not run and watch the traffic.
g.
If you drive when the earthquake occurs, stop it where you allow to remain therein, bridges and pits removed.
After an earthquake of great intensity:
- Keep calm and have the others observe.
Prevent any panic.
- Check if someone is hurt, pay the necessary aid.
The seriously injured should not move, unless you have knowledge of how to do it;
if worsening situation (fire, landslide, etc.) move it with caution.
- Check the condition of the water pipes, gas and electricity do visually and by smell, never operate any appliance .. Any malfunction or doubt, shut general step keys and notify technical or authorities.
- Do not use the phone.
Do it only in cases of extreme urgency .. Connect the radio for information and instructions from authorities.
Preferably the communication data (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.
- Do not repair the damage immediately, unless there is broken glass or bottles with toxic or flammable substances.
- Turn off any fire, if he could not master it immediately contact the fire department.
- After a very violent shaking out orderly and gradually occupying the building, especially if it is damaged.
- Stay away from damaged buildings.
Go into open areas.
- After a strong earthquake aftershocks still can cause additional damage, especially in damaged buildings.
Stay away from them.
- In buildings with serious damage does not come until authorized ..
- Consume bottled or boiled water.
COLLABORATE WITH EMERGENCY SERVICES:
- Act by regulations or recommendations Seismic Emergency and guidelines for emergency services.
- Do not be influenced by rumors, not the spread.
Connect the radio and follow the instructions that dictate authorities www.lorca.es on twitterAytoLorca 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 materials (radioactive, toxic, etc.) or any event (fire, explosions, etc.) who threatens to increase or trigger more damage.
- Work with the emergency services and under his orders.
Coordination is essential.
Collaborate in helping the wounded, sick, children and the elderly.
- Attend the calls you make the authorities.
Do not go to the affected areas if it is requested.
Snoop 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 their resources (water, food, etc.).
Help your neighbors
Source: Ayuntamiento de Lorca
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