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The following Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety, produced and promoted by (California) Earthquake Country Alliance, may help you and your family prepare to survive and recover from California’s next damaging earthquake.
| Prepare 1. |
Secure Your Space by identifying your hazards and securing moveable items. |
| 2. | Plan to be Safe by creating a disaster plan and identifying communication needs. |
| 3. | Organize Disaster Supplies in convenient locations. |
| 4. | Minimize Financial Hardship by strengthening your property and considering insurance. |
| Survive 5. |
Drop, Cover, and Hold On when the ground shakes. |
| 6. | Improve Safety by helping the injured, preventing further damage, and evacuating from tsunami zones. |
| Recover 7. |
Reconnect and Restore daily life by reconnecting with others, repairing damage, and rebuilding community. |
How to Drop, Cover and Hold On:
- “Red Cross Ready” earthquake safety checklist
- Recommended earthquake safety actions
- More info on “Drop, Cover and Hold On”
When an earthquake happens…
If you are in bed, hold on and stay there.
If you are in a wheelchair, lock the wheels in a safe position, and cover your head and neck with your arms.
If you are outdoors, move to a clear area if you can, avoid power lines, trees, signs, buildings, vehicles, and other hazards.
If you are driving, pull over to the side of the road, stop, and set the parking brake.
