October 17, 2019 at 10:17 a.m. is the Great Shakeout. The purpose of the Great Shakeout is to practice the Drop, Cover and Hold method used during earthquakes. Please survey your home and office for large items that could become hazards and secure them to the wall. It is also a great opportunity to review your emergency supply kits for expired items and replace them. Review your family communication plan and update it as needed. If you don't have a plan, create one and share it with your family. For more information, please visit the City's Emergency Preparedness webpage.
DROP, COVER & HOLD ON...
DROP where you are, onto your hands and knees. This position protects you from being knocked down and also allows you to stay low and crawl to shelter if nearby.
COVER your head and neck with one arm and hand
- If a sturdy table or desk is nearby, crawl underneath it for shelter
- If no shelter is nearby, crawl next to an interior wall (away from windows)
- Stay on your knees; bend over to protect vital organs
HOLD ON until shaking stops
- Under shelter: hold on to it with one hand; be ready to move with your shelter if it shifts
- No shelter: hold on to your head and neck with both arms and hands.
