Mitigating
Important ways that Authorities can help with Earthquake
mitigation are to make sure that buildings are built in the most earthquake
proof way possible. To make sure that
the infrastructure (roads, water and electricity) is capable of still operating
after an earthquake. To raise public
awareness so that individuals know that they need to plan for an earthquake.
In Nepal, for example, when the buildings are rebuilt they need to be built to survive a similar sized earthquake. This is particularly important for hospitals. Early warning systems can also help with mitigation of Earthquakes at a community level. If a warning can be sent out in time, it may allow people to get out of very high risk areas. Authorities’ can have plans in places of what to do when an earthquake happens, this it will make the management of the disaster more effective. As an individual, it is necessary to think about more specific issues (the ideas are the same though). How to minimise damage to property, how to react during an earthquake and what to do after an earthquake. Education on earthquakes is very important so that in times of need everyone knows what to do. If you live in an earthquake area it is very important to be prepared and ready for an earthquake to happen at any time. Four very important points when preparing for an earthquake include reacting safely, taking cover, surviving on your own and staying in contact. Also by getting first aid training this could help to save peoples lives no matter where in the world you are. |