What should I do if there is an earthquake on campus?

During an earthquake, remain calm and quickly take the following actions:

IF INDOORS:

• DROP, COVER and HOLD: Drop to the ground; take cover in a doorway or under a sturdy desk or table; and hold on until the shaking stops. If there isn’t a table or desk nearby, cover the face and head with arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building.
• Stay away from glass windows, shelves, and other heavy objects or equipment.

IF OUTDOORS:

• Move quickly away from buildings, utility poles, and other structures and then drop to the ground.
• CAUTION: Always avoid power or utility lines as they may be energized!
• Know your assembly points!

IF IN AN AUTOMOBILE:

• Pullover to the side of the road as quickly and safely as possible. Avoid stopping near or under buildings, trees, overpasses, or utility wires.
• Stay in the vehicle. Set the parking brake and listen to the radio for information.
• When the earthquake is over, proceed cautiously, and avoid bridges, ramps, overpasses, and roads that may have been damaged.

IF, IN THE AFTERMATH OF AN EARTHQUAKE, A SUBSEQUENT EMERGENCY SITUATION EXISTS:

• Protect yourself at all times, and be prepared for aftershocks.
• If emergency assistance is needed, request Law Enforcement personnel.