Earthquakes cannot be predicted. However, their potential effects and damage can be minimised by taking some simple measures at home and when on holiday.
- Earthquake-resistant building design offers the best protection against the consequences of an earthquake.
- Consider taking out earthquake insurance to reduce your personal (financial) risk.
- Inside buildings, make sure that objects that could fall down or topple over due to the shaking, and thereby cause injuries, are secured.
- Make sure you are prepared for an earthquake (or other emergency situation): be clear in your mind about what you should do in such a situation at any given location (at home, at work, while travelling, when on holiday).
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What to do before, during, and after a strong earthquake
Earthquake-resistant construction
Earthquake insurance