Fault Line (27 page)
Authors: Chris Ryan
Tags: #Juvenile Fiction, #Action & Adventure, #General, #Juvenile Nonfiction, #Science & Nature, #Environmental Conservation & Protection
And remember – saving lives is important, but never go back into an unstable building simply to collect any lost belongings, or valuables. After the earthquake in the museum, Alpha Force are immediately focused on survivors and rescuing victims – not finding the golden mask, even though it is extremely valuable.
10. GETTING BACK TO NORMAL
If you’re staying in someone’s house, they might need your help to get ship-shape again.
Check all bottles such as medicines, bleaches or flammable liquids – they might have spilled. When you open cupboard doors, do so carefully – items will have shifted. You might come through the quake unscathed and then be buried under an avalanche of china or baked bean cans!
Inspect the entire house for gas leaks, damage to the electrical system, and sewerage and water line damage. If damage of this kind goes unnoticed it could cause a fire.
Be prepared for aftershocks! Although most of these are smaller than the main tremor, some may be strong enough to cause extra damage or bring weakened structures down. Aftershocks can occur in the first hours, days, weeks, or even months after the quake.
Also be prepared to comfort others in your group. Earthquakes are very upsetting and although people may look fine initially, especially while they have a mess to sort out, they may suddenly get shaky or upset. Younger children especially may need to talk about their feelings. You can help reassure them.
Big quakes are rare and happily the big one didn’t hit Tokyo when I was there. But I felt a lot better for knowing exactly what I’d do if it did.
BE SAFE!
Random House Children’s Books and Chris Ryan would like to make it clear that these tips are for use in a serious situation only, where your life may be at risk. We cannot accept any liability for inappropriate usage in normal conditions.
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