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1. What to do if you are indoors during an earthquake?

• Move - move away from bookcases, cabinets, glass doors and windows. Avoid hanging objects.
• Drop - immediately drop to the ground where you are at.
• Cover - take cover by getting under a sturdy desk or table.
• Hold on - hold on to something sturdy and stay where you are until the movement stops.

2. What to do if you are outdoors during an earthquake?

• Move to an open area away from power lines, buildings and trees.
• Try to take cover under a picnic table or bench.
• If you are near tall buildings, take cover inside a doorway to avoid falling glass and debris.
• If you are driving, move to the side of the road and stop. Avoid stopping beneath overhead hazards.
• Move carefully, there may be aftershocks.

3. What to do after the earthquake stops?

• Check yourself and the others around you for injuries.
• Check for dangerous conditions such as structural damage, gas leak or fires. Turn off the gas only if you believe there is a leak. (Note: If could take several days after the incident for PG&E to turn gas back on).