Multiple choice

You are in an office block on the 15th floor when suddenly an earthquake occurs. Which of the following should you do?

  1. Run to the lift to get down and out as soon as possible

  2. Run down the steps of the nearest staircase

  3. Take shelter under a table and stay there till the shaking stops

  4. Go and stand near a window so that you are visible to rescue teams
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

You will not be able to outrun the earthquake. By the time you will even reach the staircase, it will be over. Life is a strict no-no. Also, staircases are usually vulnerable structures themselves. The window pane might shatter and injure you. Very rarely will an earthquake be so strong so as to collapse an entire office block especially in this age and time. You should take shelter under a table to protect yourself from any debris/fixtures that might fall.

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