| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | OCTOBER 2022 | 9
Our Southern California region is well known for its potential of a
major earthquake.
Every day, thousands of small quakes are recorded in California
and Nevada. The San Andreas fault runs from the Salton Sea, through
Oak Glen, to San Francisco, and is said to be capable of producing
major damage in a very large area.
Because of our proximity to this region, the potential for a
damaging earthquake cannot be ignored. Preparedness for such an
event is important since we never know when it might occur.
If an earthquake happens, here are the basics:
• Duck, cover and hold on.
• If indoors, take cover under a desk, table, or against an inside wall.
• If outdoors, move away from buildings, trees, billboards,
telephone, and electric lines.
• If driving, stay away from bridges, underpasses and overpasses.
Stay in car until shaking stops
Get prepared now! Make a survival kit for your home and for your
car. Also make a "go-bag" of essentials and keep it near your door,
ready for a fast exit.
Home Kit:
• Water, one gallon per person per day, at least for three days
• Canned food, non-electric opener, gas stove
• Blankets, sleeping bags
• First-aid supplies
• Portable radio, flashlight and spare batteries
• Essential medications
• Extra pair of eyeglasses
• Supplies for pets, visiting children, and elderly
You also need a Car Kit:
• Walking shoes
• Water, whistle
• Jacket, hat
• Cell phone with backup battery and car charger
• Cash
For more information on being prepared, please see the Sun
Lakes CC website, Community Info, EPAP. There you will find the
presentation "12 Steps to Emergency Preparedness" by Riverside
County Emergency Management Dept. This is a must-see
presentation, with the latest
information from Riverside
County. The following website
is also a good resource for
more information to help
prepare for earthquakes:
www.earthquakecountry.org
EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS
