Earthquake
IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY ACTIONS

If the ground or building you are in begins to shake…
• If inside, stand in a doorway or get under a sturdy piece of furniture such as a desk.
•Stay away from windows, hanging objects or tall furniture that can topple over or fall off the wall.
•Stay where you are until the shaking stops.
•After the shaking stops, evacuate the building. DO NOT use elevators.
•If outside move to a clear area away from trees, poles and buildings.
For More Information on Earthquakes and Preparedness
Boston College Weston Observatory (Earthquake Monitoring and Research)
U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Hazard Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Earthquake Info
Federal Emergency Management Agency Earthquake Info
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Earthquake Readiness
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency