A 4.4 earthquake hit the Highland Park area this afternoon, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
If you feel shaking or get an earthquake alert, immediately:
- DROP聽where you are, onto your hands and knees.
- COVER聽your head and neck with one arm or hand. If one is available, crawl under a sturdy desk or table, or next to an
- interior wall.
- HOLD ON聽and remain covered and on the ground until the shaking stops.
- Walker and wheelchair users should聽LOCK聽their mobility aids.
- DO NOT聽stand under a doorway or run outside.
After the earthquake:
- Expect aftershocks, and drop, cover, and hold on if an aftershock hits.
- If you are in a damaged building, go outside and move away from the building.
- If trapped, send a text or bang on a pipe or wall.
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