About an Earthquake

In addition to the epicenter Kahramanmaraş, earthquakes that caused devastating effects in Adana, Gaziantep, Hatay, Malatya, Kilis, Osmaniye, Diyarbakir, Sanliurfa, and Adiyaman, many of our citizens lost their homes and families. Today, when the effects of the earthquake are continuing, about 105 thousand 505 earthquake victims were rescued from the rubble and 35 thousand 418 people lost their lives.
As the Riva family, we wish mercy from Allah to all our citizens who lost their lives in the earthquake, condolences to their relatives, and urgent healing to all the earthquake victims. In the hope of reducing the losses that may occur due to earthquakes in the future, we have prepared detailed research on the effects of earthquakes, which we think can enable every citizen to learn from the current situation.

Precautions That Should Be Taken Before an Earthquake

Items that may slip and fall over the cabinet should be fixed with retaining materials or adhesives.
The stove and heaters should be fixed to the wall or floor according to their location.
Items of large size that can be overturned, such as cabinets, must be fixed either to the wall or to the floor, depending on each other or where they are located, to be fixed. They can be fixed by decking between large items with a gap between them
Electronic devices located on the countertop or table should be fixed with plastic holders and adhesive clamps.
Toxic, explosive, and flammable substances should be fixed in a position that will not fall and stored in a way that will not break.
Places such as cabinet doors and drawers that can be opened with shaking should be fixed with tapes or wire.
The gas valve and electrical fuses should be automated against gas leakage and fire.
Emergency exit doors should not be kept closed.
"Disaster preparedness plans" should be made.
In case of an emergency, the way of communication with family members, alternative meeting places, and out-of-area connections that individuals can reach should be determined.
Important stages should be protected by copying a copy to an out-of-area contact person and a copy locked in waterproof plastic bags that will not be damaged in a disaster.

What Should Be Done During an Earthquake?

Should be kept away from glass, windows, or exterior walls. Should be kept away from non-fixed items. In case of destruction, you should go next to fixed, durable items that can form a triangle of life for you. Bed, full volume armchair, sofa, etc. as. When you find a safe place, get down on your knees and cover yourself in a way that protects your head and neck. By taking your head between your hands or using a pillow, book, etc. protect yourself against loads that may come on you by using a protective object such as. Do not get up from where you are until the shaking is over.

If You were in Bed At the Time of the Earthquake?

If you get caught by an earthquake while lying on your bed, do not get out of bed. Cover your head with a pillow and wait for the concussion to end.

Where Should You Stay Away From During an Earthquake?

Interior doors. Indoor doors are usually built weaker than outdoor doors. They are not safe areas during earthquake tremors.

Balcony windows, elevator, stairs.

At the time of an earthquake, the core of the building is one of the weakest points. You should not use these areas until the shaking has completely stopped. When the concussion passes, the building should be evacuated quickly, without a vote.

If You Get Caught in an Earthquake in a Wheelchair?

Lock the wheels to protect your head and neck. Leave the building quickly, asking for help from other people who evacuated the structure when the shaking passes.

If You Get Caught in an Earthquake Outside the Building?

Do not enter the structures.
Stay away from electricity poles, power lines, and other buildings. Crouch down on the ground in the open field and wait for the concussion to pass. If you are near the seashore, move away from the shore. Earthquake tremors can create a tsunami effect on the sea coasts.
Be careful of the dangers that will come from sewers, electricity, and gas lines under the ground.

If You Get Caught Driving in an Earthquake?

If you get caught in an earthquake while cruising, if your location is safe, you should approach and stop to the right without blocking the road, and you should wait in your car with your windows closed while the ignition key is in place.

Do not use bridges, ramps, and roads that are damaged or weakened by the earthquake. Stay as far away from normal traffic, buildings, and power lines as possible. If you are in a tunnel and you are not close to the exit, stop your vehicle and get down and lie on your side next to your vehicle, pull your feet to your stomach, and put your hands on your head. If you are in a closed parking lot, lie down next to your car in the same way, pull your feet to your stomach, and put your hands on your head.

If You Were Trapped Under the Rubble?

Do not light matches or lighters thinking about natural gas leaks. Do not panic in the environment you are in, do not raise dust. This action will only pollute the air you breathe. If you have a mouth and nose, if there is no handkerchief, cover it with your clothes. Whatever is the object that can make the most noise in the area you are in (wall, pipe, etc.) try to make as loud a noise as possible by hitting him. Try to whistle, but do not choose shouting as the first choice.

What to Do When the Earthquake Stops?

Electricity, gas, and water valves should be closed.

All open heaters should be turned off. Only very necessary items and materials should be taken and left the building immediately from the emergency exits designated for use in disaster or emergencies as soon as possible without delay.