tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6395266536687237766.post1455691305436414185..comments2021-03-26T14:03:49.997-07:00Comments on The Art of Humanities: An Earthquake in Singapore?jjhumshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04212806239355001255noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6395266536687237766.post-81787730344747210082007-09-14T09:57:00.000-07:002007-09-14T09:57:00.000-07:00Xin Yi 07S24Recently, there had been so many earth...Xin Yi 07S24<BR/><BR/>Recently, there had been so many earthquakes in Indonesia and the magnitude was so great that many parts of Singapore could feel the tremors. But i realised that many, and in fact all, did not know what to do or what they were supposed to do when tremors were felt. They simply evacuate the buildings or call the police, as reported in the news. <BR/><BR/>Therefore i felt that the goverment should actually start a programme of educating Singaporeans on the actions to take when tremors are felt or MAYBE when earthquakes occur. This is to equip them with skills of handling the situations when earthquakes occur. From the news and reports few days ago, it could be seen that the people's first reaction was to evacuate the buildings(even though there many many buildings around them, which means that evacuation would not be a very good action to take), and this simply shows how Singaporeans are lacking in the knowledge on what to do if a quake were to really occur or when tremors that might be felt in the future, would be strong enough to cause damages in Singapore. Besides this, Singaporeans tend to have this mentality that Singapore would NEVER have earthquakes(though it's rather true according to the position that Singapore's at) so they could not even be bothered to know more about earthquakes. But the truth is, there is a possibility in everything, there is a possibility of the presence of intraplate in Singapore. That will pose a greater danger as Singaporeans would be caught totally unprepared when earthquakes were to really happen by then. I guess it's time for the government to do something about it, since Singapore has already felt so many tremors in just one year(2007).Xin Yi! (:https://www.blogger.com/profile/11247838473045041507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6395266536687237766.post-70897415754780889362007-07-10T01:42:00.000-07:002007-07-10T01:42:00.000-07:00Hi Mr Goh, I always thought that if a SUPER earth...Hi Mr Goh,<BR/> I always thought that if a SUPER earthquake were to happen near singapore and it might cause a tsunami big enough to consume singapore.i was not always certain that if singapore is really safe to live in, despite the numerous times my secondary school geography teacher told me that the chances of singapore getting influenced by an earthquake is near to ZERO.<BR/> All what my geography teacher told me is that our location is safe but didnt really eleborate on it. Now, after reading this article,i have definitely gained some insight!<BR/><BR/>and of course, if an earthquake were to affect singapore, it would really spell DOOM for singapore.Look at our high rise buildings and its foundations. Look how densely populated we are...and of course, the way how local students treat evacuation excerises. <BR/><BR/>An earthquake in singapore? <BR/>perhaps not all singaporeans would perish, as some might be overseas.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6395266536687237766.post-37493201563762717002007-05-23T01:44:00.000-07:002007-05-23T01:44:00.000-07:00I suppose if an earthquake does hit Singapore the ...I suppose if an earthquake does hit Singapore the effects would be detrimental and there would be high economic cost incurred.<BR/>Although in the post it was said that Singapore is shield from tsunami,that does not mean that the impact of the earthquake.Singapore is a highly populated,developed city.If an earthquake was to strike,the reclaimed land of 20 % definately give way.Marina Bay which the IR is to be built is part of the reclaimed land .This means that the consequences would be costly.<BR/>If there is sufficient evidence and information to show that there might be a possibility inof an earthquake in Singapore.A suggestion is to enforce stricter building requirements for sky scrapers and strngthening of the reclaimed ground.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6395266536687237766.post-65805315488896369842007-05-22T06:37:00.000-07:002007-05-22T06:37:00.000-07:00I didn't know many things that was introduced in t...I didn't know many things that was introduced in this article until i read it! If an earthquake really strikes Singapore, i guess the effect on the psychology and economy would be devastatingly detrimental. Very interactive write-up!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6395266536687237766.post-656893644437962702007-05-14T12:17:00.000-07:002007-05-14T12:17:00.000-07:00Interesting read.I can't imagine if a huge earthqu...Interesting read.<BR/><BR/>I can't imagine if a huge earthquake really strikes Singapore! I think the whole of Singapore will sink!<BR/><BR/>And since we never know when earthquake will hit Singapore, it is best that we equip ourselves with some knowledge and how to handle it.. instead of being panic and just waiting for death. Besides the simple measures, such as switching off all electrical appliances, hiding under table and running to an open space (when there's much not buildings), i feel that we should have some drills and exercises.. like Japan. Evacuation plans are very important, so as to ensure the safety of people.<BR/><BR/>I agree with you that we shouldn't be ignorant about this matter. Singapore is pretty safe for the time-being, but not forever.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6395266536687237766.post-4709508741828475672007-05-14T06:19:00.000-07:002007-05-14T06:19:00.000-07:00Good post. Learnt about the formation of Singapore...Good post. Learnt about the formation of Singapore. U mean the magma might one day rise up to the surface?? Is Bukit Timah Hill constantly increasing in height?<BR/><BR/>I guess the problem probably lies with whether the society is willing to spend the funds on emergency excercise in case of an earthquake in Singapore. research will have to be done to actually customise an escape plan which will suit Singapore,just like the fire escape route. Dun think any firms will spend the money to focus on something that MIGHT happen.<BR/><BR/>The public should be equipped with the necessary skills.Maybe the ways to deal with disasters can be taught through instructions booklet, like the one on how to safe urself in a fire, or in case of a terrorist attack.Relatively low cost than the actual exercise. And definitely very useful in case earthquake really occurs in Singapore.<BR/><BR/>Thanks =)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com