Tsunami Safety
Before• Become aware of evacuation plans for all buildings you occupy regularly. Pick areas of high elevation as your evacuation meeting place.• Store emergency supplies kit in an easy-to-access location.
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During• Know your zone. If you are within a tsunami inundation zone, evacuate immediately to higher ground. If not, stay where you are.• Listen to local radio or TV stations or access the Red Cross Emergency App for tsunami warnings.• If a strong earthquake has just occurred while you are in a coastal area, evacuate immediately. Do not waitforanofficialtsunamiwarning.
After•Donotreturntocoastalareasuntilofficialssayitissafe.•Checkyourselfforinjuriesandgetfirstaidifnecessarybeforehelpinginjuredortrappedpersons.• Get updated emergency information and instructions by listening to local radio or TV stations, or by accessing the Red Cross Emergency App. • If there is no electricity, use your mobile devices, car radio, or listen to your portable, battery-operated or hand-crank radio.• Parts of your home may be collapsed or damaged. Approach buildings carefully.• During cleanup, wear protective clothing, including rubber gloves and rubber boots.
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