• Question: have you been terrofied of an earth quake or are they just like normal because you research band learn about them

    Asked by bobob to Davie, Gemma, James P, James V, Nuala on 29 Jun 2012.
    • Photo: James Verdon

      James Verdon answered on 29 Jun 2012:

      Hi bobob,
      I’ve never actually been in an earthquake, so I can’t say for sure. However, I knows lots of people can die when they happen, so I think I’d probably be pretty scared if I got caught in one.

      That said, it’s important to know what to do. If you’re outside, stay away from buildings and anything else that could topple onto you (bridges, electricity cables etc). If you’re inside, get under a table or under a doorway, which will give you some protection. Stay away from heavy furniture which could fall on you, and windows which could shatter and shower you with broken glass.

      If your near the sea, be aware that large earthquakes can cause tsunamis, so get to high ground if you can.

    • Photo: James Pope

      James Pope answered on 29 Jun 2012:

      Hi bobob,

      I haven’t experienced an earthquake either, but while I do want to feel a small one, I do think I would be scared if I was somewhere that had a big earthquake, especially as they are so sudden and there is no warning.

    • Photo: Davie Galloway

      Davie Galloway answered on 2 Jul 2012:

      Hi bobob,

      Never been in an earthquake, well i was once when i was on holiday in greece, but i slept through that one so it doesn’t really count. But to answer your question … I don’t ever want to be in one, well a major one anyways … and it’s because of my job that i know how much casualties and destruction they can cause therefore would want to avoid.

Comments