Thanks Biggzie, although I couldnt even pronounce this "collapsonyaphobia" thing <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> However, I think you are right about stress and anxiety. At times I would feel that my heart would explode.

After posting and going to other business, I thought I should have rephrased the post/ problem. It isnt very useful when the thread deals with one person's problem. Rather it should be more generalized to cover the many related cases that could take place.

I think such scenario of collpased buildings is not limited to earth quakes. Terroism, poor construction ..etc. are among many reasons that could cause a buliding to collapse. We have even seen stadiums collapsing under the weight and pressure of thousnads of scared/angry crowds. So, I think evrryone of us has to put that possibility in the "prepare for" list. In this regard, we have to ask a few questions

- What do we have to do BEFORE anything like this happen. Or is there ANYTHING that can be done to prepare for this possibility.

- What can I do if I find myself in such a situation.

You have partially answered the second question (to calm down and control ones stress), but we could use any more of your info and experiences.

Thanks again, and more thoughts and ideas are very much appreciated.