The best way to be prepared in any situation is to have a plan. During an earthquake, an emergency plan is vital to the well being of everyone around. By having an emergency plan which every member in the household, workplace, and/or school, there is a higher chance that everyone will come out of the buildings safely. A good emergency plan does is not made up of only an escape route - it consists of many other elements as well. Below are 5 key elements of a strong emergency plan. By way of these, you can help your family and friends be safe, as well as your community.

These subheadings are:

Identify Safe Places both Indoors and Outdoors
Develop an Escape Route
Educate Yourself and the People around You
Have an Earthquake Kit
Develop an Emergency Communication Plan (ECP)
Help Your Community Get Ready