Portal de Lorca
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Emergency Councillor of the City of Lorca, Eduardo Sanchez, has reported that "before the quake from 4.3 to 11 kilometers of depth and meaning has occurred in the town of Lorca and his entourage about 4:27 pm and another 2.7 to 8 kilometers deep that occurred at 23:30 this evening, considering that earthquakes can not be predicted, and that the best way to protect yourself is to be well informed and prepared, moved the following basic recommendations to protect against earthquakes, it is always advisable to take into account in our day to day. "
Before they occur:
1.
Be prepared: first aid kit, flashlight, battery powered radio, batteries, etc..
and some provisions in place known to all.
Know how to turn off electricity, gas and water.
2.
Provide an action plan in case of emergency and secure the reunion of the family in a safe place.
3.
Draw up a phone book to, if necessary, be able to call emergency services, Fire, Health Care or Police.
While you can always resort to the emergency center 112 as
4.
Do not place heavy objects on top units, secure them in the ground.
5.
Fasten to walls furniture such as cabinets, shelves, etc.
and hold objects that can cause injury by falling, as pictures, mirrors, lamps, toxic or flammable, etc.
6.
Check the structure of your home and, above all, ensure that chimneys, eaves, siding, balconies, etc..
have good attachment to the structural elements.
If necessary, consult an under construction.
During an earthquake:
If the earthquake is strong, calm, will soon end.
If the earthquake is strong, keep calm and forward.
Sharpen the focus to avoid risks and remember the following instructions:
a.
If you are inside a building, stay inside, if you are outside, stay outside.
Entering or exiting buildings can only cause accidents.
b.
Inside a building structures look strong: under a table or bed, under the lintel of a door, next to a pillar supporting wall or in a corner and protect your head.
c.
Do not use the elevator and never flees precipitately toward the exit.
d.
Extinguish all fire.
Do not use any type of flame (match, lighter, candle, etc.) During or immediately after the quake.
e.
Outside a building, move away from electrical wires, cornices, windows, railings, etc..
f.
Do not approach or penetrate buildings to avoid being hit by falling dangerous objects (windows, cornices, etc..).
Go into the open, do not run and watch out for traffic.
g.
If you are driving when the earthquake occurs, stop where you allow to remain therein, bridges and pits removed.
After an earthquake:
 Keep calm and have saved the others.
Prevent any panic.
 Check if someone is hurt, pay the necessary support.
The seriously injured should not move unless you have knowledge of how to do it, in case of worsening of the situation (fire, landslide, etc..) Move with caution.
 Check the condition of the water pipes, gas and electricity, do it visually and by smell, never operate any appliance.
For any failure or doubt, close the taps and communicate general technicians or authorities.
 Do not use the phone.
Do it only in case of extreme emergency.
Connect the radio for information and instructions from the authorities.
Preferably the communication data (Internet or messages) that voice.
 Exercise caution when opening cupboards, some objects may be left in an unstable position.
 Wear boots or shoes with thick soles to protect against sharp objects.
 not immediately repair the damage, unless there is broken glass or bottles with toxic or flammable.
 Turn off any fire, if he could not dominate immediately contact the fire department.
 After a very violent shake out orderly and gradually occupying the building, especially if it is damaged.
 Stay away from damaged buildings.
Go to open areas.
 After a strong earthquake aftershocks follow can cause additional damage, especially in damaged buildings.
Stay away from them.
 In buildings with serious damage not enter until authorized.
 Eat bottled or boiled water.
DONATE TO EMERGENCY SERVICES:
 Act according to standards or recommendations Seismic Emergency Guidelines and emergency services.
 Do not be swayed by rumors, not the spread.
Turn on the radio and follow the instructions issued by the authorities in www.lorca.es on twitter @ AytoLorca owww.facebook.es / ayuntamientolorca.
 Report to the authorities of serious damage to buildings, especially those that threaten to collapse in transit zones.
Communicate the existence of hazardous materials (radioactive materials, toxic, etc..) Or any event (fire, explosions, etc..) Which threatens to raise or trigger more damage.
 Work with emergency services and under his orders.
Coordination is essential.
Collaborate in helping wounded, sick, children and the elderly.
 Attend calls put by the authorities.
Do not go to the affected areas if requested.
Snooping is dangerous and hampering relief efforts.
 Do not use the car as there is danger of accidents and prevents external aid.
 Use only in extreme cases.
Economize their resources (water, food, etc..).
Work with your neighbors.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Lorca
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