ODPEM Issues Release on Earthquake

 

Press Release From ODPEM - 20240816:

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck in the northeast section of Jamaica today Friday August 16 at 8:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. 

The Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies, Mona, reported the epicentre of the tremor was recorded located 6 kilometres northeast of Golden Spring with a Focal depth of 27 kilometres and the intensity being felt across the island.

Office of Disaster preparedness & Emergency Management is reminding the Public that during an earthquake it is important to stay calm.

Earthquake safety tips

Ø  If you are inside a building, get under a sturdy desk, cover your head and hold on (DCH).

Ø   If you are outdoors, go to an open area away from trees, buildings, utility poles and wires.

Ø  If you’re in a vehicle pull over to the side of the road to keep it clear for emergency vehicles and stop as quickly as safety permits

Ø    Safely bring the vehicle to a stop away from electricity polls and overhead wires

Ø  Don’t stop on a bridge or close to buildings from which debris may fall 

Ø  Avoid stopping near or under trees over passes and utility wires 

Ø  Stay inside your vehicle, proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped, watching for road and bridge damage, fallen or falling objects & electric wires

     

Disasters happen… be prepared

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