California is earthquake country…

A quake can happen at any time!

Be better preparedto survive & recover quickly

By working together!

What is The ShakeOut?

An annual statewide earthquake drill

When millions of people practice…

2012: Thursday, 10/18 at 10:18 a.m.

Register today at www.shakeout.org/california

Why Drop, Cover, and Hold On?

• Buildings rarely collapse in California

• Most people are injured by things falling on them, or when trying to move

• Get under something to be safe!

Skip the Myths

• DO NOT get in a doorway! – It does not protect you from falling

items– In strong shaking you can not stand

• DO NOT believe the “triangle of life”!– You are safer under (not next to)

a table– www.dropcoverholdon.org explains

why

Don’t Move Somewhere Else

• If inside, stay inside!• If outside, stay outside!

• Drop to the floor - Before the earthquake drops you!

• Take Cover - Under a sturdy desk or table- Or cover your head with your arms

• Hold On firmly- Be ready to move with it until the

shaking stops

Protect Yourself During Earthquakes

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• Register to participate at www.ShakeOut.org/california

• Add the link to your website– ShakeOut web banners are available

• Then invite everyone you know to join you!

Register and Spread the Word

Resources

• Flyers for waiting areas, bulletin boards, or for articles in newsletters

• Preparedness information & drill guides

• Videos and other resources

www.ShakeOut.org/Resources

Thursday

Register today at www.ShakeOut.org/california

10/18 at 10:18 a.m.