Adelaide is the most earthquake-prone capital city in Australia!

On Day 28 of 30Days30Ways, the Department for Infrastructure and Transport is sharing its advice on preparing for earthquakes.  

Locate safe places in your home or business to DROP, COVER and HOLD.

Look for strong tables or desks that can provide shelter from falling debris.

Look for places next to an interior wall away from:

✅Windows that could shatter

✅Tall furniture and hanging objects that could tip, fall or drop on you

✅Fireplaces with chimneys that could fall through the roof

Fix potential hazards in your home or business:

✅ Install latches on cupboards

✅ Secure top-heavy furniture and appliances to walls

✅ Keep wall and ceiling fixtures away from where you sleep or sit

✅ Securely strap water heaters to the wall

✅ Store flammable or hazardous materials on low shelves or on the floor

✅ Store heavy or fragile items on bottom shelves

ℹ️ Get qualified advice to ensure your home complies with the Building Code of Australia and fix any potential weaknesses.

🏚️ Make sure your insurance covers you for earthquakes.

ℹ️ For information on what to do before, during, and after an earthquake, visit: Earthquake Safety Tips

ℹ️ Visit the Geoscience Australia Earthquakes@GA website for information on recent earthquakes.

🖱️ Click on the 'Felt Report' link at the top right of the map to report an earthquake.