I got my information from
https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes
and my notes

is for Amplitude
The amplitude is the height of a earthquakes seismic wave.



is for Boundaries


An earthquake could happen here because we're on a boundary!
Tectonic plate boundaries are the areas where earthquakes are most common.

Yeah!



is for Convergent Boundary
Convergent boundaries are when two tectonic plates come together. This makes earthquakes.


is for Divergent

Divergent boundaries are when two tectonic plates move away from each other. They can also cause earthquakes.



is for Earthquake

An earthquake is when stress causes rocks to deform and then break. When the rocks break, the stress is released and an earthquake happens.
OMG an earthquake!



LETS RUN TO SOMEWHERE SAFE!

is for Fault

A fault is created when the stress on the rocks is too much and the rock starts to crack. The cracking along the rock is called a fault.


is for Get To Safety

If you are inside during an earthquake there are three main things you should do.
1. Drop low to the ground
2. Cover your neck and head with your arms and if you can crawl to better cover like a table
3.Hold on to the table if you are under one to keep yourself steady


is for Hot Spot

Earthquake hotspots are areas where earthquakes happen more frequently.



is for Inside

If you are inside during an earthquake you should not go outside. You should try to take cover under a sturdy table or desk if you can. Then, you should get low to the ground on your knees and elbows, and cover your neck and head with both arms.

is for Just Keep Your Self Safe

During an earthquake your number one priority is to keep yourself safe.

is for Keep clear of buildings

If you are outside during an earthquake, you should try to stay away from any buildings. You shouldn't try to go inside.


is for Look for Shelter

You should try to look for shelter during an earthquake, like hiding under a sturdy desk or table.



is for Make An Emergency Plan

It's best to make an emergency plan for what you would do if an earthquake happens. One way to do this is making a supply kit.

supply
kit
is for Never Panic

It's important to not panic during an earthquake. You should try to keep calm and get yourself to safety.


is for Objective

Your objective during an earthquake is to keep yourself safe and to find shelter.

is for Primary Waves

Primary waves are the first waves to arrive. They are the fastest and can travel through both solids and liquids.


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