After an earthquake, it's crucial to take immediate action to ensure safety and begin recovery. Here's what you should do:
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Check yourself and others for injuries. If anyone is seriously injured, call for medical help.
2. **Check water, gas, and electric lines for damage**. If you smell gas or see broken lines, shut off the utilities at the source if it's safe to do so.
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Turn on the radio to a local station for emergency updates and instructions.
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Stay out of damaged buildings. They may be unstable and could collapse.
5. **Be careful around broken glass and debris** to avoid injury.
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Be careful of chimneys as they may be unstable and could fall.
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Stay away from beaches in case of a tsunami warning.
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Stay away from damaged areas to allow emergency personnel to do their work.
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