For Seniors: Be Prepared for Emergencies — A Disaster Preparedness Quiz Useful in Times of Crisis

a canned food that you open with a can opener

Canned food is convenient because it has a long shelf life, but it’s difficult to use as emergency rations if you don’t have a can opener. Therefore, it’s recommended to choose pull-tab (easy-open) cans that can be opened without a can opener.

to put a shopping basket on one's head

A shopping basket is sturdy and can protect your head. If there’s an empty basket nearby, put it over your head and move to a safe place. Shelving units can easily tip over, so move away from them.

Protect yourself

During an earthquake, get under a sturdy table or desk and hold onto its legs firmly. Move to a place where you can protect yourself. If you are outside, protect your head with a bag or similar item. Shield yourself from falling objects and, while staying alert for building collapses, evacuate to an open area such as a park.

Arrange so that even if one falls, they won’t hit the bed.

Place furniture where it won’t fall directly onto the bed or block doors in the event of a tip-over. Alternatively, you can secure the furniture to the wall.

Walking together

Evacuating alone is dangerous. If you get injured, you won’t be able to call for help. Please evacuate together, checking the surroundings for safety as you go.

Put the lid on the pot.

If you don’t have a fire extinguisher, smother the fire with a pot lid. Covering it with a wet, well-wrung bath towel is also effective. It seems that cutting off the air supply is crucial.

vitamin supplement

An unbalanced diet can lead to poor health. It’s reassuring if you can supplement your nutrition with things like vegetable juice or vitamins. It’s also best to choose options that are easy to carry and convenient to eat or drink.