9 Tips for Surviving an Earthquake

You've followed precautions and made your home safer if an earthquake strikes. So what happens if an earthquake happens?  In the chaos, split-second decisions could be the difference between peril and safety. Home insurance with earthquake will replace everything, just save yourself and loved ones Remember to stay as calm as possible, one rash choice is one too many.  Louisville based DolackInsurance would like you to keep these tips in mind when the ground is crumbling beneath your feet.

·          At the first sign of an earthquake, drop and take cover under a sturdy piece of furniture or against an inside wall away from objects that may fall on you.

·         Sit or stay close to the floor and hold on to furniture legs for balance.

·         Use your arm to cover and protect your eyes.

·         If there's no sturdy furniture nearby, kneel or sit close to the floor next to a structurally sound interior wall away from windows, shelves, or furniture that could fall and place your hands on the floor for balance.

·         Stay away from doorways, violent motion could cause the doors to slam against your body, crush your fingers or inflict other serious injuries.

·         Do not run outside.

·         If outdoors, quickly move into the open, away from electrical lines, trees and buildings.

·         If driving, bring your vehicle to a stop at the side of the road away from traffic.

·         Do not stop on or under bridges, near or under power lines or road signs.

After the earthquake is over, it's important to be alert for aftershocks. Once you feel safe, look for injured victims and help administer first aid.  Be sure to pay attention to damaged utilities. Avoid loose or dangling electric power lines and report all gas and electrical problems to the proper authorities. Turn off any damaged utilities that you find.
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