A.D.A.P.T  Emergency Preparedness Tips 

Earthquake Preparedness Tips:

Before the Quake:  Decide how and where your family will reunite if separated.
Before the Quake:  Choose an out-of-state-friend or relative that separated family members can call after the quake to report their whereabouts and condition.
Before the Quake:  Know the safe spots in each room - under sturdy tables, desks, or against inside walls.
Before the Quake:  Know the danger spots – windows, mirrors, hanging objects, fireplaces and tall, unsecured furniture.
Before the Quake:  Conduct practice drills, physically place yourself in safe locations.
Before the Quake:  Learn first aid and CPR from your local Red Cross or other community organizations.
Before the Quake:  Keep a list of emergency phone numbers and passwords readily available and packed in your emergency kit or bug out bag.
Before the Quake:  Check chimneys, roofs, walls, foundations for stability.  Make sure your house is bolted to its foundation.
Before the Quake:  Secure water heater and appliances that could move enough to rupture utility lines.
Before the Quake:  Keep breakables and heavy objects on bottom shelves.
Before the Quake:  Secure tall furniture that can topple, such as bookcases, china cabinets or wall units.
Before the Quake:  Secure hanging plants and heavy picture frames or mirrors (esp. over beds).
Before the Quake:  Put latches on cabinet doors to keep them closed during shaking.
Before the Quake:  Maintain emergency food water and other supplies including a flashlight, a portable battery-operated radio, extra batteries, medicines, first aid kit, and clothing. (see getreadyatherton.org for more information)

For more information and tips, visit: www.getreadyatherton.org