Do you know what you would do to protect yourself if a major earthquake happened right now? The Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill is a great opportunity to learn and practice what to do during earthquakes. This year’s drill is on Thursday, October 21st at 10:21 a.m. Visit www.ShakeOut.org to register!
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Are You Ready To Shake Out!
Monday, October 4th, 2010Easter Day Jolt a “Wake-up Call” for So Cal Residents to Prepare
Monday, April 5th, 2010The 7.2 earthquake centered near Mexicali that rocked all of Southern California April 4 should be a “wake-up call” for area residents, said Anna Bourne, manager, Preparedness Education, American Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles.
Do You Know What to Do During an Earthquake?
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010The 4.4-magnitude earthquake that hit the Los Angeles area March 16 rattled nerves but caused no major damage or injuries. However, this temblor and the recent large earthquakes in Haiti and Chile serve as reminders to take preparedness steps now, before the next quake strikes.
Quake Rattles the Southland: How Prepared Were You?
Sunday, May 17th, 2009Sunday night’s 4.7 temblor and subsequent aftershocks that rattled the Los Angeles area reminds us all that disaster can strike at any time. While the quake left no significant damage, plenty of nerves were rattled.
Recent Temblor, Research Reinforce Need for Earthquake Preparedness
Tuesday, January 27th, 2009Southern Californians had barely finished observing the 15th anniversary of the devastating Northridge Earthquake on January 17, when a 3.4-magnitude quake struck the Westside on January 23. As earthquakes go, it was relatively small, felt only by those in the area, but a good reminder that local residents should be prepared for a major temblor.
