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Earthquake
During shaking - drop, cover, hold on:
Stay inside until after the shaking stops.
Stay away from windows, shelves and heavy objects which may fall.
DROP under heavy furniture such as a table, desk or any solid furniture.
COVER your head, face and torso to prevent being hit by falling objects.
HOLD ON to the object that you are under so that you remain covered. Be prepared to move with the object until the shaking has finished.
If you can't get under something strong, or if you are in a hallway, crouch against an interior wall and protect your head and neck with your arms.
Stay away from an exterior wall, as it is more likely to sustain damage during an earthquake.
If you have difficulty getting onto the ground, or cannot get back up again without help, consider following the recommendations
After the shaking stops:
Count to 60 to allow debris to finish falling.
Assess your immediate surroundings for dangers.
Proceed with evacuation procedures:
Do not use the elevator(s).
If possible, assist anyone having difficulty in getting out, or if needed, help them to a safe area (e.g. Area of Refuge)
Abbotsford assembly areas
Chilliwack assembly areas
Do not re-enter the building until the Fire Department gives permission to do so. When ok, the "all clear" will be sounded to allow building occupants to re-enter the building.
If an aftershock occurs during evacuation and you are still inside the building, repeat DROP, COVER, AND HOLD procedure before resuming evacuation.
