BEFORE THE SHAKE

Before an Earthquake

The following are things you can do to protect yourself, your family and your property in the event of an earthquake.

• To begin preparing, you should build an emergency kitand make a family communications plan.
• Fasten shelves securely to walls.
• Place large or heavy objects on lower shelves.
• Store breakable items such as bottled foods, glass, and china in low, closed cabinets with latches.
• Fasten heavy items such as pictures and mirrors securely to walls and away from beds, couches and anywhere people sit.
• Brace overhead light fixtures and top heavy objects.
• Repair defective electrical wiring and leaky gas connections. These are potential fire risks. Get appropriate professional help. Do not work with gas or electrical lines yourself.
• Install flexible pipe fittings to avoid gas or water leaks. Flexible fittings are more resistant to breakage.
• Secure your water heater, refrigerator, furnace and gas appliances by strapping them to the wall studs and bolting to the floor. If recommended by your gas company, have an automatic gas shut-off valve installed that is triggered by strong vibrations.
• Repair any deep cracks in ceilings or foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects.
• Be sure the residence is firmly anchored to its foundation.
• Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable products securely in closed cabinets with latches and on bottom shelves.
• Locate safe spots in each room under a sturdy table or against an inside wall. Reinforce this information by moving to these places during each drill.
• Hold earthquake drills with your family members: Drop, cover and hold on.

Know the Terms

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EARTHQUAKES INTRODUCTION

An earthquake is a sudden slipping or movement of a portion of the Earth’s crust or plates
DAMAGE CAUSED BY EARTHQUAKES , caused by a sudden release of stresses. Earthquake epicenters are usually less than 25 miles below the Earth’s surface and are accompanied and followed by a series of vibrations. Earthquakes occur without any obvious warning.
Earthquakes are such a risk because shaking ground can:
 Cause buildings to move off of their foundations or collapse.
 Damage utilities, structures, and roads.
 Cause fires and explosions.
 Cause structural instability, such as dam failures that can trigger flash floods.
Earthquakes can also trigger landslides and avalanches or tsunamis. After an earthquake, it is important to listen for emergency instructions.
Together, all of these types of damage threaten lives, property, and the environment.
LIKELIHOOD OF AN EARTHQUAKE
Twenty-six urban areas in all parts of the United States are identified as carrying significant risk of earthquake:
 The Western United States, particularly along the San Andreas Fault in California, the Cascadia Subduction Zone in western Oregon and Washington, and up the Alaskan coast
 The New Madrid Fault Zone in Missouri
A few pockets on the east coast, including coastal South Carolina and New England


Information Provided by FEMA

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BE INFORMED

      Emergency preparedness is not the sole concern of Californians for earthquakes or Gulf Coast residents because of hurricanes. Most communities may be impacted by several types of hazards during a lifetime. Americans also travel more than ever before; to areas impacted by hazards they may not be at risk of near their homes. Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when seconds count.

     Learning what to do in different situations and developing a plan for the local hazards, in places you or your family might be frequenting, will help you to know what to do in an emergency. Developing and customizing your plans for your local hazards, the specific needs of household members and your animals will help you reduce the impact of disasters and may save lives and prevent injuries.

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