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Continue the Course: Getting Ready - Home Preparedness

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Office after an earthquake

Or, this...
Office before an earthquake

 

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Bedroom after an earthquake

Or, this...
Bedroom before an earthquake

Imagine the impact that a 6.7 magnitude earthquake can have on a home not properly prepared. Imagine trying to move through your house to check on your loved ones after an earthquake. Would you be safe? What hazards would you encounter?

 

Did you know that the most common personal injury resulting from an earthquake is cut feet. Broken glass from picture frames, mirrors, or other glass objects can cause serious injury, and even death. A simple fix: secure your wall hangings and other items to reduce this risk.

It's simple, easy and inexpensive



The Getting Ready - Home Preparedness program takes you step-by-step through six simple activities. These activities will help you reduce your risk of injury and minimize damage to your home. Take time during the month of February to begin preparing your home against the impact of disasters.Getting Ready - Home Preparedness

You can find resources to download and "how-to" videos to help you complete these activities at our Getting Ready - Home Preparedness page.

 



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Prepare in a Year
Don't forget...Choose one hour each month to complete the designated activity and write it on your planning calendar.
 Month #1 Activity:
  Develop an Action Plan
 Month #2 Activity:
  Out of Area Contact
   

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Getting Ready - Home Preparedness

 

Winter Weather Preparedness

  • Hypothermia
  • Carbon Monoxide Dangers
  • Generator Safety
  • Food Safety During Power Outages
  • Winter Driving Tips
  • Survival Kits for Travel

Kidz SiteFor Kidz - learn about earthquakes, volcanoes, lahars, tsunamis, and severe weather. Then have fun and play some games!

EMD Kidz!

Teachers - you can find curriculum and activities to use in the classroom that go along with our Kidz web site - For Teachers

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