Caught in an earthquake? Here are some safety tips

Astro Awani
June 5, 2015 20:17 MYT
METMALAYSIA: The steps taken can only lessen the dangers of an earthquake. It is crucial to help each other in the event of an earthquake. - Twitter
The moderate 6.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Sabah at 7.15am had caused numerous minor landslides in the state and affected several towns and homes.
According to Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Datuk Dr Ewon Ebon, up until 2pm Friday, some 15 mild aftershocks were felt by residents in Ranau.
Meterological Department Malaysia (MetMalaysia) officer Sherizan Darus said, there are several safety steps that can be taken to protect yourself during an earthquake.
PHOTO: Ranau earthquake
"A strong earthquake can cause deaths, injuries and damage. There are several steps that can be taken to make yourself safer during the event of an earthquake.
"It's important to help each other when tremors begin," he said when contacted by Astro AWANI today.
Here are the steps that can be taken to lessen the dangers of an earthquake provided by MetMalaysia:
A) DURING AN EARTHQUAKE
If you are in a building:
If you are in a high-rise building:
If you are outside a building:
If you are on the sidewalk near a building:
If you are in a crowded supermarket:
If you are in a moving vehicle:
B) AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE
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