Earthquakes know no boundaries or limit to destroy houses, buildings, cars and other properties. They can hurt or kill anyone which includes you so you must be well-equipped with proper awareness and strategies to be strong and manage the existence of earthquake as it is a natural disaster.

If you are staying in a place where it is frequently visited by tremors, then you must be prepared any time of the day. Before an earthquake will occur, you need to get ready your first aid kit, reserve foods, water, extra batteries, emergency light and radio at home. Always have an available fire extinguisher, dry clothing and a good cabinet/table or any barrier which you can use if you will be trapped in time, the earthquake may occur. Secure all heavy objects by placing them in a lower place so that it won't fall during a quake. Anchor all heavy appliances, furniture and sideboard in the floor or at the wall of the house to prevent it in causing injuries and falling debris if the earthquake will take place. Convene with your family and take the best plan where to meet after an earthquake.

At times an earthquake will occur and you are indoors, drop immediately to the ground and cover with a good shield like a strong plywood, a tough table, or a piece of cabinet and stay calm while the uproar and shaking continues. If there is no available tool to be used during the quake, use your arms and cross it to cover your head, body and face. Go to the inside corner of the house and bend your body on it. You must stay away from breakable objects such as glasses, jars, jalousies, and other breakable materials. Hold on in your safe place until the shaking stops.

If you happen to be inside your bed room and the earthquake starts, don not panic but protect your body and head with pillows. You may go to the doorway and keep safe there until everything is finally over. Avoid changing your location from time to time to avoid many injuries. Be aware of you electricity connection and see to it you will be safe from it. If you are in a living room and the earthquake begin, better lie on the next to the sofa, heavy tool, or cabinet so that you will never be crushed by a wall and the heavy objects around you.

Never use the elevator if you are inside a building because you might be trapped when there are aftershocks. Then, if you are in a restaurant it is best suggested staying inside and hiding under the table. If you are outside during the earthquake, you can stay there but make sure you move away from falling buildings, street posts and electric wires. Be careful not to be hit by falling matters outside the house/building.