Tremors, earthquakes, and all kinds of telluric movements are unpredictable. You never know when they might be, let alone how big they will be.
At home, at work, on the street or even in the middle of a trip, it’s important to be aware of what’s going on. To act appropriately in the event of an earthquake.
One of the advantages of the digital age is seismic alarm notifications where users receive event alert. This is to support authorities and people to prevent deaths in these natural disasters.
(You may be interested: How to enable Google seismic alert in Colombia? This is step by step).
If your device has an internet connection or has data turned on, the browser will most likely send the notification to your mobile. There are users who need to manually enable this option based on their settings.
If you have a South Korean brand phone, this is the step-by-step you can do to activate earthquake alarm directly on your mobile phone, according to the official website.
(Continue reading: How to enable vibrate alert on iPhone mobiles in Colombia? These are apps).
During a seismic event, experts try to stay calm by taking deep, slow breaths, to help reduce symptoms of anxiety or panic.
The National Disaster Risk Management Unit obliges you to try to evacuate your building as soon as possible in the event of a tremor or earthquake.
If this is not possible, stay near the “columns”under a table or in areas marked as safe, always away from glass or objects that can be easily dropped or broken”. Always remember to protect your head with your arms when squatting or kneeling.
Remember that knowing the safety protocol enables you to act effectively during an earthquake and protect your life and the lives of your loved ones.
NATHALIA GOMEZ PARRA
DIGITAL SCOPE WRITING
TIME
Source: Exame
