Apr. 19, 2008 - Shake, Rattle & Roll
We've now been thru our second official earthquake. Umm, I slept thru it 
. As most have probably heard, the midwest was shaken awake yesterday morning by a 5.2 rumbler. I can't add any exciting tales to this story since it only woke up my husband (who normally is getting about that time anyway). Instead, for your reading pleasure, here's how we handle earthquakes in the Great Midwest. 
Earthquake Safety Rules
Suggested safety rules during and after the earthquake are as follows:
During the earthquake:
Panic, it makes things more exciting.
If the earthquake catches you indoors, you need to run outside. Try to find an abandoned building to stand close to.
If you are in a crowded place, shout "Oh my gosh, it's a 9.5 and we are on a fault line!"
If you are in a moving vehicle, increase your speed and roll down the windows to enjoy the shifting scenery.
Elevators and tunnels are excellent hiding places.
After the earthquake:
Assess the area for any causalities. If there are others panicking around you, shake them violently.
Hop on the phone immediately, call your local news station and offer a play-by-play of the incident. Be sure to use terminology like "that there quake" and "things were a'shakin and rat'lin"
You should also explore severely damaged buildings. Brace yourself for aftershocks. If none occur, them simulate a few at the expense of family and co-workers.
(passed on from an email group)
Comments
Apr. 19, 2008 - Shakin' n Ratlin'
Posted by Angela
Your description of what to do in an earthquake sounds just like what we did here in Shepherdsville, Kentucky! My daughter (3) slept throught it to...I promptly woke her up and said "Did you feel the earthquake?!!" She wasn't impressed.
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