When the Earth Moves

The planet earth where we lived in is not safe anymore. It becomes dangerous, disasters are everywhere from floods, earthquakes, tsunamis and more. Most of these are caused by humans’ bad habits. It is so heartbreaking that humans who have to responsible in taking care of this planet but harm it instead. However, there is a disaster that occurs naturally such as earthquake.


Earthquake is a shaking of the ground caused by movement of the earth’s crust. It can be caused by the active volcanoes as well. Furthermore, it occurs every day around the world, even in the small Richter scale. Through the richter scale, the scientists rate the earthquake for measuring how bad an earthquake is. A quake measuring 3 to 5 is considered minor, 5 to 7 is moderate to strong, 7 to 8 is major and 8 or more is great. There is 8 richter scale earthquake out there which strikes somewhere every year and makes people die. This earthquake is often followed by other disasters such as fires, floods or tsunamis. Consequently, it causes further death and destruction.

Indonesia has many active volcanoes and of course the earthquakes happen, in a small richter scale or bigger, hundreds of times every year. Although it is commonly occur in our country, we still need to be prepared. Prepare yourself in facing it is important even for those people who do not live in the volcanoes area. Do not forget that our earth’s surface is constantly changing which causes the earthquake as well. There are some things we can do when the ground starts shaking such as drop down your body and hiding under the desk or table and hold on. In addition, keep staying away from windows, bookcases or furniture that can fall on you. However, if you are outdoors, find a clear area away from buildings, trees and power lines.