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How to deal with earthquakes

How to deal with earthquakes. Submitted to: Dana Adas . Prepared by: Mahran Ramahi . Omar Al- Taher . 2010-2011. List of content:. Part One: Earthquake Definition. Part Two: Earthquakes Measurement Methods. Part Three: Earthquakes Estimations.

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How to deal with earthquakes

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  1. How to deal with earthquakes Submitted to: Dana Adas. Prepared by: MahranRamahi. Omar Al-Taher. 2010-2011

  2. List of content: • Part One: Earthquake Definition. • Part Two: Earthquakes Measurement Methods. • Part Three: Earthquakes Estimations. • Part Four: Great Earthquakes History. • Part Five: Earthquakes Safety Tips : • A. Before an Earthquakes. • B. During an Earthquakes. • C. After an Earthquakes.

  3. Part one: Earthquake definition • What is an Earthquake ? • An Earthquake isa sudden movement of the earth's surface according to the rapid release of energy. • Most earthquakes ( 90% ) occur along the edge of oceanic.

  4. Part TWO:Earthquakes measurement • Earthquake size: • > two ways to measure : • 1. Magnitude: Richter Scale. • 2. Intensity: MercalliScale. • Richter Scale Vs. Mercalli Scale: • The Richter and Mercalli scales are different in nature. The Mercalli scale is largely subjective as it measures the intensity of earthquake, whereas Richter scale is an objective and numerical measurement based on readings taken by seismometers.

  5. Part THREE:Earthquakes estimations

  6. Part FOUR: great earthquakes history

  7. Part FIVE:earthquakes safety tips • Home Preparedness (Before EQ.): • Learn how to shut off gas, water • and electricity. • Check roofs, and wall foundations for stability. • Secure water heater and appliances. • Keep heavy objects on lower shelves. • Maintain emergency food, water, medicine, • first aid kit, tools, and clothing. • Locate safety spots in the house.

  8. Earthquakes safety tips…………..Cont. • B. During an Earthquake: • Stay away from windows, bookcases, heavy mirrors, and other heavy objects that could fall. • Go under a desk or study table. • If the desk or table you are under moves • ……..… move with it.

  9. Earthquakes safety tips…………..Cont. • During an Earthquake…………..Cont. • Do not use the stairs or elevators while the building is shaking. • If you are outside, get into the open, away from buildings and overhead power lines. • If you are driving, stop in a safe open area away from buildings, trees, and overhead power lines.

  10. Earthquakes safety tips…………..Cont. • C. After The Earthquake: • Be prepared for aftershocks, plan for cover when they occur. • Check for injuries, give first aid as necessary. • Remain calm, try to reassure others. • Wear shoes to avoid injury from broken glass.

  11. Earthquakes safety tips…………..Cont. • After The Earthquake……………… cont. • Check for fire and take appropriate actions. • Check gas, water, and electric lines. • Do not re-enter the building looking for them.

  12. A Caution • That aftershocks and subsequent earthquakes can be even more damaging than the initial shockso take that in consideration and be ready. • So • this is all about Earthquakes. For more detailed information you can Google it.

  13. Thanks for the audience

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