What to do during an earthquake


Take cover: A kindergarten teacher in George Town demonstrating to pre–schoolers how to protect their neck and head during a tremor. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: ‘Drop, Cover and Hold On’ if ever faced with a tremor from the aftershock of an earthquake.

While many believe it is best to run out of a building, experts say it is best to take cover first while waiting for the shock waves to subside.

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