"We cannot prevent hurricanes or earthquakes, floods or volcanic eruptions. But we can ensure that both people and communities are better prepared and more resilient."
School preparedness drill was conducted at 11AM on 08 Feb, 2023 in CT Public School.
One of the most destructive phenomena of nature is a severe earthquake and its terrible effects.For earthquake prone areas ‘Drop, Cover, Hold’ is designed and adapted internationally with the aim of avoiding careless and dangerous behavior in order to bring less damage to people . The students of CT Public School were asked to adopt self help measures for disasters.Instructions were given to them regarding the conduct of drill .
They were informed about some important contact numbers, like- the Fire Service (101), Police Control Room (100), Disaster helpline (1077).
At last all Heads were counted in the Assembly points and they were explained all the details regarding different phases of earthquake drill . They were told to keep calm and patient.
This mock drill, successfully conducted in school brought about awareness in the students and staff members. It was indeed an effective way to guide and prepare students to remain safe during an earthquake.
The honourable Principal, Mrs. Anuradha Chandel and Vice Principal, Mrs.Sukhdeep Kaur appreciated the efforts of teachres and the way students responded and learnt from the activity.