Emergency Preparedness
Earthquake Preparedness UK: Is Britain at Risk?
Understand UK earthquake risks and prepare your home. While rare, British earthquakes do occur.
Ethan Walker
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UK Earthquake Reality
Britain experiences 200-300 earthquakes yearly, but most are too small to feel. However, damaging quakes have occurred.
Historical UK Earthquakes
| Year | Location | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| 1931 | Dogger Bank | 6.1 |
| 1984 | Lleyn Peninsula | 5.4 |
| 2008 | Market Rasen | 5.2 |
| 2018 | Swansea | 4.4 |
During an Earthquake
DROP, COVER, HOLD ON
- Drop to hands and knees
- Cover under sturdy furniture
- Hold on until shaking stops
- Stay away from windows
- Don't run outside during shaking
Home Preparation
- Secure heavy furniture
- Know gas/water shutoffs
- Anchor water heater
- Store breakables low
- Have emergency kit ready
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