Are you prepared if an earthquake happens?

From the Los Angeles County Sheriff:

Are you prepared in case of an earthquake? Below are great resources to make sure you are prepared if an earthquake should happen.

• This printable activity book is a great way to discuss the topic with kids, making sure they know what to do and who to contact if you are not there with them. It teaches kids about earthquake preparedness, family communication plan, etc.

• Earthquake Warning California. Earthquake Warning California is the country’s first publicly available, statewide warning system that could give California residents crucial seconds to take cover before they feel shaking. Managed by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), Earthquake Warning California uses ground motion sensors from across the state to detect earthquakes before humans can feel them and can notify Californians to “Drop, Cover and Hold On” in advance of an earthquake. 

• Alert LA County. Alert LA County is a free mass notification system for Los Angeles County residents and businesses. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department uses Alert LA County to contact the public during a Countywide emergency, and in communities that they directly serve as the law enforcement agency. Alert LA County sends shelter-in-place instructions, evacuation, and other emergency messages.

Handbooks

• How to protect yourself during earthquakes