How to Keep Safe During an Earthquake

We have a number of resources below giving information on the best way to stay safe during an earthquake. Traditionally people have been taught that the duck and cover move is the best method of protecting your body if you are caught inside a building during a quake. This has been challenged by expert rescuer Doug Copp. Please go to this page to see the arguments for and against the duck and cover method and the triangle of life method advocated by Doug Copp.


FEMA: What to Do During an Earthquake
Doug Copp: Duck and Cover vs Triangle of Life
Rebuttal of Doug Copp's Triangle of Life