Hi guys and girls!
work pressures that were generated in the wake of tragedy in Haiti, I had been unable to update the blog. After the earthquake on 12, I had to spend most of the time in Jimaní border city nearest pauper (international Acronyms Port au Prince Port-au-Prince) supporting the coordination of humanitarian aid provided by the institution for I work. Now I have a break I take it and I needed to write something new.
I commented that whenever people hear what I'm doing, comes out the same question, what if that big earthquake had occurred on the Dominican side? And one thing leads to another, falls from the tree the question "What one should do in case of earthquakes?
Since interest is the entire world know what are the practical advice and appropriate for a situation like that and seized with doubt that I came to receive an email about the famous "triangle of Life I decided to consult some friends with extensive experience in natural disaster issues, and was amazed at the response I received. Despite living on consulting and working in the world of disaster prevention and mitigation, the three people I consulted told me that there is no official guidance, consensus or universally accepted.
Whatever that may sound logical, the thesis presents the triangle of life is not taken by institutions such as American Red Cross, Civil Defense, among others, but on the contrary, has aspects that contradict what has traditionally been taught.
While not entirely ruled out, the fact that the suggestions contained in the email does not have the support of institutions that are called to lead the process of public awareness to these natural hazards detracts from its applicability . But also, after seeing firsthand the conditions in which left many houses and buildings in PAUP, was convinced that those who perished under the rubble had no opportunity to find even a triangle beak.
While not entirely ruled out, the fact that the suggestions contained in the email does not have the support of institutions that are called to lead the process of public awareness to these natural hazards detracts from its applicability . But also, after seeing firsthand the conditions in which left many houses and buildings in PAUP, was convinced that those who perished under the rubble had no opportunity to find even a triangle beak.
Despite all this I would not stand idly by but I did some digging and compared two materials that I got, I very pleased to present " my " suggestions, clarifying ideas that are not mine but are the result of the intersection of information that I have done and more importantly, would be that "I " would use with my family if I'm faced with a violent trembling of the earth.
Of course, that does not fit anyone doubt that in case of earthquakes, it MORE wise thing to do is to pray commending God, we are not convinced that "we" not a day before or a day later, only when we touch.
in communion. _____________________
to do during an earthquake
If you are inside your home, school or workplace.
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Ora - Stay calm and try to reassure people that are around
- If you go abroad do it quickly, but in order. NOT to scream, run or push.
- If you're in bed protects your head with a pillow.
- DO NOT use the elevators.
- Stay away from the shelves, cabinets or other furniture that can slip or fall, as well as windows, mirrors or glass. Broken glass on the floor can cause serious injuries. Imagine, you survived the earthquake but I bleed.
- If you do not have near the exit, Position yourself under a sturdy piece of furniture such as tables or desks. Otherwise, stay near an interior wall. Avoid exterior walls.
- After the earthquake, praises. Exit the building. Do not cry, do not run and do not push down so to create chaos.
If you are in the street near buildings.
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Ora - Stay away as much as possible. Glass windows, decorative facades and signs are the first things that tend to fall.
- If you can, stand in an open, not being around antennas or power lines. Always assume that the ground wires are "live " (without power), so do not invent grabbing hands.
If you are in an enclosed public place (Cinema, Supermarket, Shop).
- There if it is true that we must really pray .
- Evita to panic or be part of the stampede of people. If can not leave an orderly, better be still waiting for the pass and tremor that day not touch you.
Ora - Stay calm and try to reassure people that are around
- If you go abroad do it quickly, but in order. NOT to scream, run or push.
- If you're in bed protects your head with a pillow.
- DO NOT use the elevators.
- Stay away from the shelves, cabinets or other furniture that can slip or fall, as well as windows, mirrors or glass. Broken glass on the floor can cause serious injuries. Imagine, you survived the earthquake but I bleed.
- If you do not have near the exit, Position yourself under a sturdy piece of furniture such as tables or desks. Otherwise, stay near an interior wall. Avoid exterior walls.
- After the earthquake, praises. Exit the building. Do not cry, do not run and do not push down so to create chaos.
If you are in the street near buildings.
-
Ora - Stay away as much as possible. Glass windows, decorative facades and signs are the first things that tend to fall.
- If you can, stand in an open, not being around antennas or power lines. Always assume that the ground wires are "live " (without power), so do not invent grabbing hands.
If you are in an enclosed public place (Cinema, Supermarket, Shop).
- There if it is true that we must really pray .
- Evita to panic or be part of the stampede of people. If can not leave an orderly, better be still waiting for the pass and tremor that day not touch you.
If you are driving or in a vehicle.
- Ora. You know.
- As soon as you stop the march and if you park in a safe place.
- Avoid bridges, grade separated crossings, power lines, trees, fences or anything that might fall on your car. die as a fried green should not hurt.
- It is better to stay inside until the ground stops shaking.
- As soon as you stop the march and if you park in a safe place.
- Avoid bridges, grade separated crossings, power lines, trees, fences or anything that might fall on your car. die as a fried green should not hurt.
- It is better to stay inside until the ground stops shaking.
If you're at the beach or near the sea.
- What are you looking at? Ora
- Earthquakes occurring at far distances can cause tsunami waves that take several hours to arrive.
- If you feel an earthquake, you hear a tsunami warning or when the water suddenly starts to withdraw from the shore NOT be curious, run command, get away as soon as possible to higher areas.
- Tsunamis bring a chain of waves that can last several hours, so please stay away from the shore until authorities have declared that the threat passed.
- If you are the brave who stay to see the approaching tsunami wave and take pictures for your boys, most likely not live to tell about it or they find the camera. By running faster than you think, if you see the wave coming, you will achieve.
- What are you looking at? Ora
- Earthquakes occurring at far distances can cause tsunami waves that take several hours to arrive.
- If you feel an earthquake, you hear a tsunami warning or when the water suddenly starts to withdraw from the shore NOT be curious, run command, get away as soon as possible to higher areas.
- Tsunamis bring a chain of waves that can last several hours, so please stay away from the shore until authorities have declared that the threat passed.
- If you are the brave who stay to see the approaching tsunami wave and take pictures for your boys, most likely not live to tell about it or they find the camera. By running faster than you think, if you see the wave coming, you will achieve.
What to do after the earthquake .
1 .- If you're still alive, thank God
2 .- Get Screened to see if you are injured or someone close to you. If someone is bleeding, apply pressure to try to stop the bleeding. If anyone has any fracture (arm, leg) is immobilize fragments of tables or hard material. 
3 - Check damage to your home. If you have serious damage, not to use it.
3 - Check damage to your home. If you have serious damage, not to use it.
4 .- Check if there was a gas leak, water and / or electricity. Do not light matches if you are unsure of the above (that would be the height, that after the earthquake scare you to become a Roman candle) . If there was leakage of gas, water, etc. advises people to stay away quietly until they are repaired.
5 .- If you are mobilizing to help or get help, be careful with power lines or buildings that may fall.
6 .- If you locate liquids spilled on the floor try to clean them with care and avoid drinking or drink in open containers that have had contact with broken glass.
7 .- Turn on the radio (Radio Put VEN) to stay informed and learn about the damage caused by the earthquake. Do not use the telephone unless necessary. Help and support to the authorities.
8 .- Prepare for the possible occurrence of more earthquakes. In general, earthquakes are always accompanied by replicas, they can be as big as the earthquake.
9 .- Stay away from damaged buildings or homes and not rumors spokesman.
10 .- If you enter your home, check closets, shelves and display cases proceeded to carefully open so that objects do not fall over.
11 .- If you were to get caught up in your home 
au building, stay calm and try to communicate with the outside hitting an object or whistling (whistling).
12 .- Stay in God's hands and not let go.
Keep the Haitian people in your prayers.
Imagenes por: jbc
