Please stay calm and follow official instructions if you are in the affected area.
If you are in the region:
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Drop, Cover, and Hold On. If shaking is still happening, get under a sturdy table or desk. Protect your head and neck.
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Move to open space if you are near buildings that could collapse or in a tsunami hazard zone (if near a coast).
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Avoid using elevators.
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Check for injuries on yourself and those around you. Provide first aid if safe to do so.
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Expect aftershocks.
To get accurate information:
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Tune in to local radio, TV, or official government social media channels for emergency alerts and instructions.
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Avoid making non-essential calls to keep phone lines free for emergency services. Use text messages or social media to communicate if possible.
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Do not spread unverified information. Rely on official sources like:
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USGS (United States Geological Survey) for seismic data.
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Your country’s national disaster management agency (e.g., FEMA, AFAD, etc.).
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Local emergency services.
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If you are looking for someone or want to help:
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Register on or check “Safe and Well” lists often set up by relief organizations like the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
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Do not self-deploy to the area. Congestion can hinder rescue efforts. Wait for organized relief channels to announce how to help (often monetary donations to reputable agencies are most effective initially).
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