New York — For those trapped in the rubble After an earthquakeSurvival depends on many factors, including weather and access to water and air.
Experts say their injuries are not very severe, victims can survive for a week or more, assuming that the weather is not hot or very cold.
Rescue teams in Myanmar and Thailand They are looking for survivors yet Earthquake 7.7 on Friday That overthrew the damaged buildings and methods. Disaster More than 2000 people were killed in Myanmar and at least 18 in Thailand, especially at the Bangkok Office Building site.
Most rescue operations occur in 24 hours after a disaster. Experts say that the chances of survival fall with every day after that. Most victims suffer from injury or burial through fallen stones or other debris.
Geophysics scientist Victor Tsai of the University of Brown said in an e -mail that loved victims are more likely to survive if they are in a debris -free pocket that prevents severe injury while waiting for rescue, as is the case under a strong office. Experts call this void, survival.
“The fire, smoke, or dangerous chemicals are launched as a result of the collapse of the building, it may reduce the possibility of survival of the person.”
Moreover, the presence of air for breathing and water for drinking is very important with the continuation of days.
“You can survive some time without food,” said Barbera. “You can stay alive less without water.”
The temperatures in which a person are detained may survive, and the temperatures outside the rubble may affect rescue missions.
The interruption of power and intermittent communications slowed down the relief operations in Myanmar, where many people search for by hand at daily temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit). The lack of heavy machines slowed search and rescue efforts.
Barbira said it might be important for the survivors to receive vital medical care before removing it from the rubble. If not, the accumulation of toxins from the broken muscles can make them shock after rescue.
After the 2011 earthquake in Japan, an 80 -year -old teenager was found alive after nine days besieged in their flat home. In the previous year, a 16 -year -old Haiti girl was rescued from the ruins of the earthquake in Port or Prince after 15 days.
Best practices to stay during the earthquake depend on your place in the world. Symbols are often designed in areas with active rift lines to withstand earthquakes, but this does not apply everywhere.
In many countries, including the United States, best practices are to drop the cover, search for cover and comment unless you are close to the building’s exit. Look for shelter under a heavy table or near strong furniture that may result in a survival pocket if the ceiling collapses. Cover your face with a cloth or mask to protect against dust and debris.
If you are trapped in the rubble after the earthquake, keep your energy and do not overlook the guidance. RAM FOOD and Water, listen to rescue calls and search for something near you to make noise. If you have a phone with you, keep its battery and try to help with short mutations every day.
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