EARTHQUAKES CAN OCCUR ANYWHERE, AT ANY TIME, BUT THEY'RE MOST FREQUENT IN THE WESTERN U.S.		is from falling debris and, in costal areas, from tidal waves. is outdoors away from buildings and overhead wires.
Don't run outside. Stand in doorway, get under heavy furniture, or sit or stand against an inside wall (basement is best). Turn of gas and power. Keep away from windows. Don't use elevators.		Stay away from buildings, power lines, chimneys, outside walls and glass windows. If driving park in the safest possible spot and stay low in the car.
Listen to local radio/TV. Follow instructions (you may have to evacuate to high ground).		After shocks may occur for several days.  STAY OUT of damaged areas! Don't drive unless necessary. Report broken gas or power lines, water mains, etc, immediately. Keep listening to radio/TV for instructions.