Before the next close, large earthquake, do the following:
- Identify safe places in your school, home or office
- Have an emergency bag - include bottled water, any medicines that you use on a daily basis (2-5 days worth), snack food, important documents, blankets
- Have a battery-operated radio and several flashlights with a fresh package of batteries.
- Have your first aid kit handy (disinfectant for injuries, cotton, soap, aspirin, elastic bandages, adhesive tape and chlorine tablets
- Have a pre-arranged meeting point
- Discuss with all family members the plan of action to be taken in case an earthquake
- Have 3 days worth of non-perishable food on hand, a can opener
- Have a gallon of water per person per day
- Have several days of food for your pets