Disaster Preparedness Guidebook

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1 Protect yourself first!Protect your head with a cushion and duck under a desk or table.3 Open doors!Open your door to secure an escape route. Closed doors can become warped in an earthquake, making them inaccessible.5 Check before you go outside! Don’t leave the house right away. Check the surrounding area first. In particular, watch out for falling objects.2 Prevent fires! Turn off fire sources, such as stoves, heaters and gas ranges in the kitchen once the shaking stops.4 Prepare an emergency kit! Prepare a package of emergency supplies that you can take with you in case you have to evacuate.6 Evacuate to a safe place! Go to a safe place, such as an evacuation center. 54 What to do in the event of an earthquake （1）If you are at home…