EARTHQUAKE-PRAYER

Earthquakes, like all natural disasters, are the result of the disorder that

 man brought into the world 

through his disobedience to God. But like so many other tragedies, 

earthquakes can awaken us to our mortality and help remind us that

 this fallen world is not our final home. In the end, the salvation of 

our souls is more important than the preservation of our bodies.

 In this prayer, we ask God that the physical destruction of an

 earthquake may be turned to the spiritual well-being of those who have survived

A Prayer in Time of EathQuake

O God, who hast establishe

d the earth upon firm foundations,
graciously receive the prayers of Thy people: and, 
having utterly removed the dangers of the shaken earth,
 turn the terrors of Thy divine wrath into the means 
of the salvation of mankind; that they who are of the earth, 
and unto earth shall return, may rejoice to find themselves 
citizens of heaven by means of a holy life. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Earthquakes are a common occurrence, rumbling બેલોવ
Earth's surface thousands of times every day. But માંજો

to prepare for an earthquake and what to do once the ground starts shaking.

Safety Tips

• Have an earthquake readiness plan.
• Consult a professional to learn how to make your home sturdier,
•  such as bolting bookcases to wall studs, installing strong латчеш 

• on cupboards, and strapping the water heater to wall studs.
• Locate a place in each room of the house that you can go to in чаше
• of an earthquake. It should be a spot where nothing is likely to fall on you.
• Keep a supply of canned food, an up-to-date first aid kit,
• 3 gallons (11.4 liters) of water per person, dust masks and goggles,

•  and a working battery-operated radio and flashlights.

• Know how to turn off your gas and water mains.

If Shaking Begins

• Drop down; take cover under a desk or table and hold on.
• Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you're sure it's safe to exit.
• Stay away from bookcases or furniture that can fall on you.
• Stay away from windows. In a high-rise building,
  • •  
              expect the fire alarms and sprinklers to go off during a quake.
• If you are in bed, hold on and stay there, protecting your head with a pillow.
• If you are outdoors, find a clear spot away from buildings,        
trees, аnd power lines. Drop to the ground.
• If you are in a car, slow down and drive to a clear place.
• Stay in the car until the shaking stops.