myself. If you experience an earthquake while driving, the first thing you need to do is slow down and find a safe area to stop.
Consider the following:
Avoid stopping around any tall buildings, trees, overpasses, and other landmarks that could fall onto your vehicle
Turn off the engine and activate your parking brake
Stay in your car with your seatbelt on
Tune in to your radio to listen for official instructions and clearance from authorities
Once the earthquake has stopped, you can assess any damages to your car and the surrounding area. Proceed with maximum caution and be prepared for any residual tremors and aftershocks.
Since you’re already concerned about earthquakes, you may want to look into
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