Disaster Preparedness Blog — Earthquake Preparedness

Why Haven't Your Packed Your Disaster Survival Kit?

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If you’ve known me or my website for a while now, you probably know that my mission in life is...

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Preparing Your Emergency Response Team: Skills and Training

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Earthquakes can lead to panic. Panic induces chaos, and chaos results in increased injuries from falling debris or stampedes. In...

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What Should Schools Focus On During Earthquake Drills?

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Each year most schools conduct earthquake drills, and the US government supports disaster risk reduction activities, one of which is the Great California...

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Where Is The Safest Place To Be During An Earthquake?

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  The safest place to be during an earthquake is where you are at the time the shaking begins. I know...

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Why A Doorway Isn’t Safe During An Earthquake

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For years the experts told us to get into a doorway during an earthquake for protection. I believe it was...

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5 Minute Earthquake Preparation that you can do today: Securing bookcases and shelves

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Earthquake preparation is more than just gathering supplies. Another aspect to preparedness is the mitigation of hazards in the home....

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Brand New: Family Emergency & Disaster Preparedness Calculator

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WARNING: This tool is NO ordinary calculator. I have a simple and unique philosophy when it comes to getting prepared. This...

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