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Science 6 Week 2

The document provides safety tips for earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, advising people to drop down and take cover during earthquakes and seek shelter indoors from volcanic ash and gases. Tips include staying away from windows and heavy objects that could fall, as well as preparing emergency supplies and evacuating if instructed to do so by authorities. People are also advised on first aid measures for burns or respiratory issues caused by volcanic eruptions.

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Science 6 Week 2

The document provides safety tips for earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, advising people to drop down and take cover during earthquakes and seek shelter indoors from volcanic ash and gases. Tips include staying away from windows and heavy objects that could fall, as well as preparing emergency supplies and evacuating if instructed to do so by authorities. People are also advised on first aid measures for burns or respiratory issues caused by volcanic eruptions.

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Science 6 Week 2

Before During after


Earthquake 1.Decide how and 1. If indoors, stay there 1.Check for other
where your family and take cover under a hazards and control
will reunite if table, desk, or other them (fire, chemical
separated. sturdy furniture. spills, toxic fumes
and possible
collapse).
2. Secure heavy 2.Face away from 2. Check utilities
furniture, hanging windows and glass (water, gas, electric).
plants, heavy doors. If there is damage,
pictures or mirrors. turn the utility off at
the source
3.Keep flammable or 3.Protect your head and 3.Check for other
hazardous liquids in body from falling or hazards and control
cabinets or on lower flying objects. them (fire, chemical
shelves. spills, toxic fumes
and possible
collapse).

4. Keep a list of 4.Remain where you are 4.Check building for


emergency phone until shaking stops. cracks and damage,
numbers. Think out your plan of including roof,
action first, then move. chimneys, and
foundation.

5. Maintain 5.Get to the best 5.Check food and


emergency food, available shelter if there water supplies.
water and other is no open area available.
supplies, including a
flashlight, a portable
battery-operated
radio, extra batteries,
medicines, first aid
kit and clothing.

Volcanic Eruption 1.Evacuate 1.Use an N95 dust 1.Do not leave your
immediately if you mask to protect yourself home or indoor
live or are staying from pulmo-respiratory shelters until
within the radius of injuries and diseases. If notified by the local
affected areas. Long these are unavailable, use government that it is
before the explosion, a damp safe to do so.
affected areas would handkerchiefor makeshif Evacuate to safer
have been given a t one from an old t-shirt. grounds only when
warning to evacuate notified.
the premises by local
government units.

2.Stay tuned to 2.Protect your skin and 2.Keep a watchful


national news and eyes with proper clothing eye on your kids or
your local and glasses or goggles. loved ones who may
community’s Ashfall is sharp and be tempted to go out
channels to be on top abrasive, so don’t rub if to see what’s going
of the situation and any comes into contact on outside.
stay informed with with your skin or eyes. 
local safety plans
and evacuation
areas.
3.Charge your 3.Secure your 3.Wear
electronics. Keep pets inside your home. protection. Use
your mobile devices Fine, volcanic ash is masks,
and power banks harmful for them too. glasses/goggles,
charged in case of long sleeves, pants,
power interruptions. and shoes when
clearing out ash to
protect your lungs,
skin and eyes.

4.Know disaster 4.If you are outside, seek 4.Clean your gutters


hotlines and other cover immediately in and roof with water
emergency hotlines. case of rock or ash falls after clearing out the
ash to prevent
corrosion.

5.Prepare a go- 5.If you are inside, stay 5.Wait for further


bag in case of tuned to the news to announcements
evacuation. keep informed of recent from LGUs or
developments. Close all national news
doors and windows. related to the
Dampen curtains to keep volcanic eruption.
fine particles from
coming through.
SAFETY TIPS FOR EARTHQUAKE
1. Drop down and take cover under a desk or table. ...
2. Stay inside until the shaking stops and it is safe to exit.
3. Stay away from bookcases and other furniture that can fall on you.
4. Stay away from windows and light fixtures.
5. If you are in bed – hold on and stay there.

SAFETY TIPS FOR VOLCANIC ERUPTION

1. Seek shelter indoors.


2. If caught in a rockfall, roll into a ball to protect your head.
3. If near a stream or river, be aware of rising water and possible mudflows in low-lying
areas. Move up-slope as quickly as possible.
4. Seek care for burns right away. Immediate care can be life saving.
5. If your eyes, nose, and throat become irritated from volcanic gases and fumes, move
away from the area immediately. Your symptoms should go away when you are no
longer in contact with the gases or fumes. If the symptoms continue, consult your doctor.

Check Before, During, After

1. During 6. After
2. During 7. Before
3. After 8. Before
4. After 9. During
5. Before 10. During

Interview

Sibling Parent
Always prepare necessary things like Make sure that there is enough supply of food
flashlight, batteries etc. and water for the family.
Evacuate if necessary. Prepare PPE such as masks.
Be alert. Make sure that the emergency bag is
accessible to all.
Make sure that no heavy things are place on Do not panic.
top of the shelves.
Contact emergency hotlines if necessary. Help someone who needed help.

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