2010高考英语热点的范文：地震作文用语及避震知识_高考作文

2010高考英语热点的范文：地震作文用语及避震知识

　　The greatest danger of an earthquake comes from falling buildings and structures and flying glass, stones and other objects.

　　If you live in an earthquake-prone area, here are some steps that can be taken to minimize risks:

　　如何应对地震：

　　Affix bookcases, cabinets, refrigerators and furniture to the walls. 将书架、橱柜、冰箱和家具固定在墙上。California and Japan sell silicone putty kits that can be used to stick dishes and other breakables to the walls.

　　Fit cabinets with childproof locks, so doors will remain closed and items wont fly out. 锁好橱柜。

　　Have a backpack prepared and attached to the bed, containing shoes, a flashlight and batteries, keys, money, first-aid supplies and medicines, a knife, food, water, ID and insurance information. Attaching the pack to the bed helps to insure that it will not be thrown around during an earthquake. 准备好应急包。

　　Keep shoes next to your bed, so you can put them on as soon as a quake begins. 将鞋放在床边。

　　Have a family evacuation plan including phone numbers and a safe place to which to evacuate. 做应对地震的演习。

　　Establish escape routes from each room in the house. 确定逃跑路线。

　　If you are in an earthquake:

　　If you are indoors, find a secure location to wait out the quake, such as under a heavy table or desk, or in an interior hallway where you can brace yourself between two walls. Doorways are among the safest places to stand, thanks to the strong beams overhead. However, watch out for swinging doors. Stay away from windows. 如在室内，躲在安全的地方。