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Originally Posted by Maximo  It does depend what kind of structure you are in and what is outside. If you are in a really old rowhouse, you should risk running outside. If you are in a well-constructed building, then it is probably better to stay indoors. |
I know a CNN reporter said that they were all in the building, felt the quake and all went outside and the expert commenting chided her for leaving the building. Then she reported on Dept. Homeland Security response to everyone going outside. And the anchor on CNN told the reporter something like "rookie mistake" and the woman just smiled self-consciously. The anchor was talking about the need to educate New Yorkers in what to do from now on. I think my response would be to try to get outside, too, though. But according to the experts, I would be wrong. Here is what FEMA says to do - stay put and seek cover:
FEMA: What to Do During an Earthquake