Earthquake Country Alliance

#EarthquakeWarningCA is a free resource for Californians to be earthquake prepared. Download free resources like the MyShake App, get prepared with fact sheets, and learn the science behind California’s early warning system. Learn more at earthquake.ca.gov

"Earthquakes are inevitable — but the disasters they cause are not." 🕯️On #EarthquakeDay, @UNDRR SRSG Kamal Kishore reflects on remembrance & resilience. Remember. Protect. Build disaster resilience. ➡️ ow.ly/gujF50YQqYp ➡️ ow.ly/gujF50YQqYp #BuildingResilience

"Earthquakes are one of nature's deadliest hazards. In seconds, they can turn homes into ruins, undo decades of progress & claim thousands of lives." - Guterres Most earthquake deaths result from collapsing buildings ➡️ ow.ly/W1ZM50YR6Jj #EarthquakeDay #BuildingResilience

📢 Smart public policies can prevent earthquake disasters. Most earthquake deaths result from damage to buildings & infrastructure – we can protect people from this. 🕯️ Remember. Protect. Build disaster resilience. ➡️ ow.ly/Ie8o50YQwTC #BuildingResilience #EarthquakeDay

We are proud of the new partnership between @UNDRR and @ShakeOut to observe this new #EarthquakeDay and to encourage everyone, everywhere to learn and practice earthquake safety actions such as #DropCoverHoldOn during annual earthquake drills. Learn more: ow.ly/8L5150YQsu2

This excellent new animation from @UNDRR shows earthquake safety actions and also includes guidance for people who use mobility devices; learn what to do in other settings at EarthquakeCountry.org/step5 and ShakeOut.org/dropcoverholdon

📺 Televisions could easily fall or tip over during earthquakes! Making sure your television is safely secured can prevent injuries and damages! Detailed instructions for #Step1 of our #SevenStepstoEarthquakeSafety can be found at EarthquakeCountry.org/Step1!

Between April 20 (12:00 AM PST) and April 26 (11:59 PM) there were 40 earthquakes in California of magnitude 2.0 or larger. 🔸30 quakes between M2.0 - 2.9 🔸9 quakes between M3.0 - 3.9 🔸1 quake between M4.0 - 4.9 The largest earthquake was a magnitude 4.1 near Petrolia, CA.

Earthquakes can happen anytime. Our Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety guide you through securing your space, making a plan, gathering supplies, protecting your finances, knowing how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On, and more! You can find resources at: EarthquakeCountry.org/SevenSteps/

Between April 13 (12:00 AM PST) and April 19 (11:59 PM) there were 28 earthquakes in California of magnitude 2.0 or larger. 🔸26 earthquakes between magnitude 2.0 - 2.9 🔸2 earthquakes between magnitude 3.0 - 3.9 The largest earthquake was a magnitude 3.5 near Ludlow, CA.

Today is the Great Utah #ShakeOut! Join us by practicing Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:15 a.m. It's not too late to register and participate. If you can't hold a drill today, you can still register and do so any time of year that works best for you. Visit ShakeOut.org/utah

Between April 6 (12:00 AM PST) and April 12 (11:59 PM) there were 39 earthquakes in California of magnitude 2.0 or larger. 🔸38 earthquakes between magnitude 2.0 - 2.9 🔸1 earthquake between magnitude 3.0 - 3.9 The largest earthquake was a magnitude 3.2 near Trinidad, CA.

The Great Utah #ShakeOut is this Thursday, April 16 at 10:15 AM! There's still time to register and be counted. Whether you're at work, school, or home, take a minute to practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Sign up and get resources: ShakeOut.org/utah

Missed last week’s ECA Statewide Webinar? The recording is now available. Hear updates from ECA and partners, plus an overview of California tsunami hazards and safety steps ahead of Tsunami Preparedness Week. Watch here: EarthquakeCountry.org/event/march26/

Reminder: ECA’s free Statewide Webinar is tomorrow, March 18, from 10am-12pm PT. Join us for updates from ECA and partners, plus information on California tsunami hazards and how to get ready ahead of Tsunami Preparedness Week. Register: EarthquakeCountry.org/event/march26/

Join us for the free ECA Statewide Webinar on March 18, 10am-12pm PT. Get updates from ECA and partners, plus an overview of California tsunami hazards and safety steps ahead of Tsunami Preparedness Week. Register: EarthquakeCountry.org/event/march26/

California had damage from this tsunami, especially along the north coast. Everyone can take actions to be prepared (& practice what to do if along the shore) by participating in California's Tsunami Preparedness Week (March 21-29)- visit tsunamizone.org/california to learn more.

Large TVs can easily tip or fall during an earthquake, causing costly damage and serious injury. #SecureYourSpace this New Year by using straps or a wall mount to keep yours in place. Save up to 30% on supplies through our partners: EarthquakeCountry.org/SecureNewYear

Learn facts that provide context in our Key Facts for the Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety document. The document is available to read in 16 languages! View the document at EarthquakeCountry.org/languages. #earthquake #emergencypreparedness

Protect collectibles, pottery, and lamps from becoming hazards! Use museum wax or Velcro pads to secure items on shelves and mantels this New Year. #SecureYourSpace to prevent damage and injury. Save up to 30% through our partners: EarthquakeCountry.org/SecureNewYear