As a field expert in disaster preparedness and safety, I would like to clarify that the idea of standing in a doorway during an earthquake is a myth that has been debunked. In fact, doorways are not structurally reinforced to withstand the forces of an earthquake and can collapse, posing a significant risk to anyone standing in them. The safest place to be during an earthquake is in an area with a strong support, such as an interior wall or a low, sturdy piece of furniture. Here are some key points to remember: 1. Drop to your hands and knees to prevent being knocked over by the shaking. 2. Cover your head and neck with your arms to protect yourself from falling debris. 3. Hold On to a sturdy piece of furniture like a table or desk if possible, and be prepared to move with it until the shaking stops. Additionally, it's important to be aware of your surroundings. If you are near heavy furniture or appliances that could fall, move away from them. If you are in a high-rise building, stay away from windows and glass, which can shatter and cause injury. Now, let's translate this into Chinese: read more >>

DO NOT stand in a doorway: An enduring earthquake image of California is a collapsed adobe home with the door frame as the only standing part. From this came our belief that a doorway is the safest place to be during an earthquake. True- if you live in an old, unreinforced adobe house or some older woodframe houses.read more >>