B4 AND AFTER

• Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are both dangerous
• It is really hard to tell when earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are going to happen
• Earthquakes can occur any time
• There is no exact answer for how to keep ourselves safe when there is an earthquake or volcanic eruption
• What is important is that we know what to do before, during and after an earthquake or volcanic eruption
• The 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Bohol, Philippines was almost four times the height of Mount Everest in terms of the depth of its focus
• The 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Bohol was as strong as 32 Hiroshima atomic bombs
• The 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Bohol resulted in intensity 7 shaking in Bohol and Cebu
• Many old beautiful churches, houses, structures and vehicles were destroyed by the earthquake in Bohol
• Many people were hurt and died due to the earthquake in Bohol
• Disaster preparedness for earthquakes

  1. Check the structure of your house or building

  2. Look for potential dangerous things

  3. Familiarize yourself with your home and school

  4. Know the routes to get out of the building

  5. Find a place where fire extinguishers, first aid kits, alarms and communication facilities are located

  6. Know how to use the said facilities and equipment

  7. Prepare an emergency plan

  8. Have a stack of potable drinking water, flashlight, radio, batteries, spare clothes and some food packed
• Safety precautions during an earthquake

  1. Keep calm

  2. Go under a desk or table if inside a building

  3. Stay away from buildings, electric posts or anything that might fall if outside

  4. Do not rush to the exit in a crowded place

  5. Ask the driver to stop and park the car away from buildings, electric wires or posts if in a moving car

  6. Do not use elevators

  7. Run to higher ground if near a coastal area
• Safety precautions after an earthquake

  1. Find a safe place

  2. Check the safety of family members

  3. Seek aid to find missing or troubled people

  4. Do not attempt to cross damaged bridges and overpasses

  5. Check for fires

  6. Locate the nearest fire control or alarm unit and use it

  7. Keep yourself updated and alert
• Safety precautions before a volcanic eruption


  1. Be aware of any unusual volcanic activity

  2. Listen to the radio or authorities for safety instructions

  3. Prepare emergency supplies

  4. Stop some food and water

  5. Evacuate before the volcano erupts

  6. Use masks for the nose and mouth
• Safety precautions during a volcanic eruption


  1. Stay indoors

  2. Cover your nose with a mask or damp clothes

  3. Keep your food and water covered

  4. Stay away from low places

  5. Stay in the evacuation center

  6. Avoid going back to the house
• Safety precautions after a volcanic eruption


  1. Wait for instructions before returning home

  2. Avoid crossing bridges with lahar flows

  3. Remove ash from roofs

  4. Check if drinking water is clear and electrical wiring is safe

  5. Stay indoors if you have respiratory ailments