Your Guide to
DISASTER
PREPAREDNESS
Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and
Volcanic Eruptions are on of the
top five disasters that cause
tremendous damage, here, we
demonstrate ways to ensure
preparedness  during a disaster 
REDUCING
DAMAGE
There's no question as to how
much damage Earthquakes,
Tsunamis and Volcanic
Eruptions cause, here, we
suggest ways by which one can
contribute to government
efforts caused by these
disasters in reducing damage.
DISASTER
PREPAREDNESS
AND REDUCING
DAMAGE CAUSED
BY
MAYON VOLCANO: 01.14.18
EARTHQUAKES, TSUNAMIS
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MA'AM MARIANNE ANDRADA

TSUNAMI
If you are in a tsunami area and there is
an earthquake, then first protect
yourself from the earthquake. The basic
protocol; drop, cover and hold.  calm, and  seek shelter in a car or a
When the shaking stops,  move
immediately to a safe place as high and
as far inland as possible. Listen to
authorities.
If  in the water, grab onto something
that floats, such as a raft, tree trunk, or
door.
If you are in a boat, then face the
direction of the waves and head out to
sea. If you are in a harbor, then go
inland.
Avoid wading in floodwater, which can
contain dangerous debris or downed
powerlines. Water may be deeper than
it appears.
Stay away from damaged buildings,
roads, and bridges.
SUMATRA, INDONESIA: 12.26.04
VOLCANIC
ERUPTION
Listen to the radio for civil defence
advice and follow instructions.
If outside at the time of eruption, stay
building. If caught in volcanic ash falls,
wear a dust mask or use a handkerchief
/ cloth over your nose and mouth.
When indoors, close all windows and
doors to limit the entry of volcanic ash.
Place damp towels at thresholds.
Thoroughly wash utensils before
eating. Cover water containers and
food to avoid contamination with ash.
After, wait for further announcements
related to the volcanic eruption.
EARTHQUAKE
DROP to the ground; take COVER by
getting under a sturdy table or other
piece of furniture; 
and HOLD ON until the shaking
stops.  Stay away from glass,
windows, outside doors and walls,
and anything that could fall, such as
lighting fixtures or furniture.
Do not exit a building during the
shaking. Do not use the elevators.
Stay inside until the shaking stops
and it is safe to go outside.
Once deemed safe, look or call for
relatives at an open area, with no
tall buildings and no aftershocks.
For life-threatening emergencies call
triple-zero (000).
REDUCING
DAMAGE
Know the hazards in your area,
know your vulnerabilities, and
know your risk
Communicate with your neighbors.
Do they have disaster plans? What
are they? Do they plan to evacuate
in the event of a disaster? Make an
agreement to share information
with each other in the event of a
disaster.
Listen to authorities and the radio
to know what should be done in
your area, starting with cleaning
and fixing up your surroundings,
this reduces the workload placed
on local authorities.
Provide information on household
survival plans, precautionary
measures, and emergency supplies,
at home.
Let's all help each other recover and
achieve a healthy environment.