isabilities. Give first aid where appropriate - as long as it is not beyond your capabilities. Do not move seriously injured folks unless they are in immediate danger of further injury, such as electrocution or risk of danger if another earthquake strikes. Get someone to help you who is trained.
- If you notice that any hazardous materials have spilled in your home, clean them up or remove them as quickly as possible. If you happen to smell gas or any other kinds of fumes, do not stay around to figure out what the smell is. Leave right away. Chemical smells are dangerous.
- Inspect the entire length of your chimney for damage. Unnoticed damage could lead to a fire.
- Check for gas leaks. If you smell gas or hear blowing or hissing noise, open a window and quickly leave the building. Turn off the gas at the outside main valve if you can and call the gas company from a neighbor's home. If you turn off the gas for any reason, it must be turned back on by a professional.
- Look for electrical system damage. If you see sparks or broken or frayed wires, or if you smell hot insulation, turn off the electricity at the main fuse box or circuit breaker. If you have to step in water to get to the fuse box or circuit breaker, call an electrician first for advice.
- Check for sewage and water line damage. If you suspect sewage lines are damaged, avoid using the toilets and call a plumber. If water pipes are damaged, contact the water company and avoid using water from the tap. You can obtain safe water by melting ice cubes or using a water filter.
Risk by State and Region
These links will take to you web sites that have maps indicating resent and forecasted activity.