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