Many earthquakes happen every year. Some of these earthquakes are very strong. When they happen near a 1
C
, they can be very serious. Many people are 2
C
or even die in the earthquakes. Knowing some ways to protect 3
A
will help keep you safe in the earthquake.
If you are indoors 4
B
the earthquake happens, the safest place is 5
C
a strong table or desk. Sitting on the floor in a doorway or close to a wall is safer than 6
A
in the middle of a room. Remember to 7
D
your head and neck with your arms. Stay away from windows, tall furniture and pictures or 8
B
that may fall on you. Do not try to run out of the building.
If you are 9
B
of doors, move to clear areas. Get away from buildings and trees. Be very 10
A
of fallen power lines.
The 11
D
is not over when the strong shaking stops. There will be some shocks 12
A
most earthquakes. We call them aftershocks and they sometimes can be more 13
B
than the first earthquake.
When it is safe for you to move around, check the people near you. Some may need 14
D
. You may feel afraid, 15
B
you should try to stay calm. That is the most important thing to do in the earthquake.