Earthquake preparedness
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Earthquake preparedness
Not to freak anybody out but due to the recent quake(s) in Bombay Beach, I'd like to make sure everybody will be ok just in case something does happen. The past has told us in the events proceeding a larger scaled quake, small quakes and tremors have occurred. I'd just like to take a minute and get those who haven't already, including myself, to start coming up with an emergency kit and plan.
BOMBAY BEACH, California — A moderate earthquake struck Tuesday on the edge of the Salton Sea in Southern California's interior, but there were no reports of injuries or damage.
The magnitude-4.8 quake struck at 4:55 a.m. at a depth of about 3.5 miles, said seismologist Amy Vaughn of the U.S. Geological Survey. It was centered two miles south of the small town of Bombay Beach on the eastern shore of the Salton Sea, about 90 miles east of San Diego.
The main quake was followed by dozens of aftershocks.
It was the largest in a swarm of earthquakes that have rattled the Salton Sea area since the weekend. More than 40 small quakes have been detected, most under magnitude-3.
Scientists are keeping close watch on the increased earthquake activity because it is near a section of the San Andreas Fault that has not popped loose in more than 300 years.
There was a 1 percent to 5 percent chance of a San Andreas quake over the next several days, but the probability decreases rapidly with time, according to the California Earthquake Prediction Evaluation Council.
A rupture on the southern San Andreas could set off the "Big One" that would devastate a large swath of Southern California. Last year, scientists estimated that a magnitude-7.8 earthquake on the southern San Andreas could cause 1,800 deaths and $200 billion in damages.
The American Red Cross has come out with a list of items that are essential for an emergency preparedness kit.
Consider the following when assembling or restocking your kit to ensure your family is prepared for any disaster:
* Store at least three days of food, water and supplies in your family's easy-to-carry preparedness kit. Keep extra supplies on hand at home in case you cannot leave the affected area.
* Keep your kit where it is easily accessible. (I would suggest having two kits stored in different areas of the home.)
* Remember to check your kit every six months and replace expired or outdated items.
A standard preparedness kit should include the following items:
* Water - You and your family may be without water for days in the aftermath of a disaster. The Red Cross recommends that each person store one gallon of water per day for at least three days. This supply will provide water for drinking as well as limited cleaning and cooking.
* Food - When preparing for a disaster, store at least three days of non-perishable, nutritious food that requires little or no water or cooking to prepare. Don't forget to store a manual can opener with non-perishable food items. When assembling items, remember that you and your family may be without water, gas, or electricity for an unknown period of time.
* Medications - When assembling a preparedness kit for you and your family, remember that pharmacies may be closed in the wake of a disaster. Be sure to include a week's supply of prescription and over-the-counter medications. Also keep a list of all medications and dosages, allergies, doctors' names, and nearby hospitals.
* Radio - Your home, or even neighborhood, may lose power in the aftermath of a disaster. Keep a battery-powered or hand-crank radio in your kit. Don't forget to include extra batteries in your kit to ensure you and your family stay informed throughout the course or aftermath of a disaster.
* First Aid Kit - Injuries are a common occurrence in a disaster. Be prepared to treat yourself, your loved ones, and others who need help.
* Personal Documents - You and your family may be displaced after a disaster. Be prepared, ensuring you have all necessary records with you - ID, passport, birth certificate, and insurance policies. Also keep an extra set of eye glasses, contact lenses, a cane, hearing aid batteries, or any other personal items you may need.
* Contact Info - Keep a list of family phone numbers and addresses as well as a copy of your out-of-area emergency contact card in your preparedness kit. Note that it is often easier to make a long-distance call rather than a local call after a disaster strikes.
* Map - Include a detailed map of the surrounding areas with highlighted evacuation routes. Following a disaster, roads may be closed and travel out of the affected area may not be possible. Become familiar with alternate routes to and from your home.
* Money - Following a disaster, banks and ATMs may be closed. Keep small bills and change on hand to buy necessary supplies like water.
* Clothing - You and your family may be forced to evacuate your home in a hurry without time to pack accordingly. Keep an extra set of warm clothes and sturdy shoes in your preparedness kit to ensure you're equipped to evacuate if needed.
* Sanitary Supplies - Include extra toilet paper, feminine supplies, personal hygiene products, bleach, and any other personal products you may need in your preparedness kit.
* Pet Supplies - Remember to include your pets in the plan. Make sure to assemble things your pets will need during a disaster, like food, leashes, medicine, etc.
* Tools - Keep an adjustable wrench in your preparedness kit to turn off your gas if necessary. Other tools may include a manual can opener, plastic sheeting, garbage bags with ties, and duct tape.
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A .pdf version can be found HERE.
Just to elaborate more on the contact info portion, someone told me that they had family/friend out in another state, such as Florida, where members who were immediately effected by a disaster could call and check in. That person would be in charge of relaying messages. A central hub if you will. Local calls would be extremely difficult to make as pointed out in the checklist.
BOMBAY BEACH, California — A moderate earthquake struck Tuesday on the edge of the Salton Sea in Southern California's interior, but there were no reports of injuries or damage.
The magnitude-4.8 quake struck at 4:55 a.m. at a depth of about 3.5 miles, said seismologist Amy Vaughn of the U.S. Geological Survey. It was centered two miles south of the small town of Bombay Beach on the eastern shore of the Salton Sea, about 90 miles east of San Diego.
The main quake was followed by dozens of aftershocks.
It was the largest in a swarm of earthquakes that have rattled the Salton Sea area since the weekend. More than 40 small quakes have been detected, most under magnitude-3.
Scientists are keeping close watch on the increased earthquake activity because it is near a section of the San Andreas Fault that has not popped loose in more than 300 years.
There was a 1 percent to 5 percent chance of a San Andreas quake over the next several days, but the probability decreases rapidly with time, according to the California Earthquake Prediction Evaluation Council.
A rupture on the southern San Andreas could set off the "Big One" that would devastate a large swath of Southern California. Last year, scientists estimated that a magnitude-7.8 earthquake on the southern San Andreas could cause 1,800 deaths and $200 billion in damages.
The American Red Cross has come out with a list of items that are essential for an emergency preparedness kit.
Consider the following when assembling or restocking your kit to ensure your family is prepared for any disaster:
* Store at least three days of food, water and supplies in your family's easy-to-carry preparedness kit. Keep extra supplies on hand at home in case you cannot leave the affected area.
* Keep your kit where it is easily accessible. (I would suggest having two kits stored in different areas of the home.)
* Remember to check your kit every six months and replace expired or outdated items.
A standard preparedness kit should include the following items:
* Water - You and your family may be without water for days in the aftermath of a disaster. The Red Cross recommends that each person store one gallon of water per day for at least three days. This supply will provide water for drinking as well as limited cleaning and cooking.
* Food - When preparing for a disaster, store at least three days of non-perishable, nutritious food that requires little or no water or cooking to prepare. Don't forget to store a manual can opener with non-perishable food items. When assembling items, remember that you and your family may be without water, gas, or electricity for an unknown period of time.
* Medications - When assembling a preparedness kit for you and your family, remember that pharmacies may be closed in the wake of a disaster. Be sure to include a week's supply of prescription and over-the-counter medications. Also keep a list of all medications and dosages, allergies, doctors' names, and nearby hospitals.
* Radio - Your home, or even neighborhood, may lose power in the aftermath of a disaster. Keep a battery-powered or hand-crank radio in your kit. Don't forget to include extra batteries in your kit to ensure you and your family stay informed throughout the course or aftermath of a disaster.
* First Aid Kit - Injuries are a common occurrence in a disaster. Be prepared to treat yourself, your loved ones, and others who need help.
* Personal Documents - You and your family may be displaced after a disaster. Be prepared, ensuring you have all necessary records with you - ID, passport, birth certificate, and insurance policies. Also keep an extra set of eye glasses, contact lenses, a cane, hearing aid batteries, or any other personal items you may need.
* Contact Info - Keep a list of family phone numbers and addresses as well as a copy of your out-of-area emergency contact card in your preparedness kit. Note that it is often easier to make a long-distance call rather than a local call after a disaster strikes.
* Map - Include a detailed map of the surrounding areas with highlighted evacuation routes. Following a disaster, roads may be closed and travel out of the affected area may not be possible. Become familiar with alternate routes to and from your home.
* Money - Following a disaster, banks and ATMs may be closed. Keep small bills and change on hand to buy necessary supplies like water.
* Clothing - You and your family may be forced to evacuate your home in a hurry without time to pack accordingly. Keep an extra set of warm clothes and sturdy shoes in your preparedness kit to ensure you're equipped to evacuate if needed.
* Sanitary Supplies - Include extra toilet paper, feminine supplies, personal hygiene products, bleach, and any other personal products you may need in your preparedness kit.
* Pet Supplies - Remember to include your pets in the plan. Make sure to assemble things your pets will need during a disaster, like food, leashes, medicine, etc.
* Tools - Keep an adjustable wrench in your preparedness kit to turn off your gas if necessary. Other tools may include a manual can opener, plastic sheeting, garbage bags with ties, and duct tape.
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A .pdf version can be found HERE.
Just to elaborate more on the contact info portion, someone told me that they had family/friend out in another state, such as Florida, where members who were immediately effected by a disaster could call and check in. That person would be in charge of relaying messages. A central hub if you will. Local calls would be extremely difficult to make as pointed out in the checklist.
Damnn LJN, how you been bro? Haven't seen you since the last HB meet a year ago!!!! Hope the streets is doing alright with ya man, hope the job is treating you well.
Thanks for the heads up on this.
Thanks for the heads up on this.
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Seriously man...it's been a while. I'd been hecka busy ever since that meet. Streets have been good. Flare ups popping here and there but for the most part things have been chill in my city. Have you given any more thought in joining? Hey is your boy Andy still on here? Is he still with his chick? Too young to be tied down. jk man
I had morning briefing about the severity of the recent quake activities and I just wanted to pass on some information. For those who are lazy to put something together, Red Cross has some kits ready to go. Clicky clicky
Seriously man...it's been a while. I'd been hecka busy ever since that meet. Streets have been good. Flare ups popping here and there but for the most part things have been chill in my city. Have you given any more thought in joining? Hey is your boy Andy still on here? Is he still with his chick? Too young to be tied down. jk man
I had morning briefing about the severity of the recent quake activities and I just wanted to pass on some information. For those who are lazy to put something together, Red Cross has some kits ready to go. Clicky clicky
^^ Wazzzup!!!
Seriously man...it's been a while. I'd been hecka busy ever since that meet. Streets have been good. Flare ups popping here and there but for the most part things have been chill in my city. Have you given any more thought in joining? Hey is your boy Andy still on here? Is he still with his chick? Too young to be tied down. jk man
I had morning briefing about the severity of the recent quake activities and I just wanted to pass on some information. For those who are lazy to put something together, Red Cross has some kits ready to go. Clicky clicky
Seriously man...it's been a while. I'd been hecka busy ever since that meet. Streets have been good. Flare ups popping here and there but for the most part things have been chill in my city. Have you given any more thought in joining? Hey is your boy Andy still on here? Is he still with his chick? Too young to be tied down. jk man
I had morning briefing about the severity of the recent quake activities and I just wanted to pass on some information. For those who are lazy to put something together, Red Cross has some kits ready to go. Clicky clicky
This earthquake shiet is freaking me out man.
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I've lived here all my life (trust me that’s more yrs than some of you combined)... You can’t "prepare" for an Earthquake unless you lug around a ton of **** everywhere you go... and have crap in your car at work at home.... then what happens if you're on the sh!tter when the quake hits? *OMG all my survival gear is in the other room but I'm stuck @ss up head down covered in poop under a toilet
*If there is a devastating earthquake that would require a survival kit or any amount of preparedness, there is a whole helluva lot more problems than where to get your next drink of water.
Personally, I don’t care to "survive" for an extra 3-5 days... I'm gonna grab a couple guns, load up with ammo, find fuel quick and get the ***** out of the area. If there is no "out" then we're all screwed anyway, so the "preparedness isn’t gonna help.
I'm not trying to poo poo anyone’s goals and objectives... I'm just putting it in perspective. I've been told since I was in elementary school "the big one is coming" and all the teaching about what to do... After all these years, I just sit and enjoy the ride when they happen. If it’s so big that I can’t enjoy it, I probably won’t survive it anyway (and neither will you).
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