An earthquake with magnitude 6.0 occurred near Sibolga, Sumatra, Indonesia at 09:39:30.00 UTC on Jul 5, 2014
Recommended actions
Excerpted from ready.gov
Recommended actions
Excerpted from ready.gov
- Expect aftershocks. These secondary shockwaves are usually less violent than the main quake but can be strong enough to do additional damage to weakened structures and can occur in the first hours, days, weeks, or even months after the quake.
- Look for and extinguish small fires. Fire is the most common hazard after an earthquake.
- Be aware of possible tsunamis if you live in coastal areas. These are also known as seismic sea waves (mistakenly called "tidal waves"). When local authorities issue a tsunami warning, assume that a series of dangerous waves is on the way. Stay away from the beach.
