Two myths debunked:
Myth 1: Standing in a doorway is safe
Myth 2: Triangle of life will save you
You've probably heard of the triangle of life, there is an email that is making the rounds that sounds very authoritative on the subject, but this is NOT applicable outside of Third World countries that do not have the strict building codes we are lucky to have here in California.
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Life & Times
What are the essential items that should go in your earthquake preparedness kit?
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Life & Times
CalTech Staff Seismologist, Dr. Kate Hutton, on The Big One.
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Life & Times
A look at the projected consequences of a large earthquake.
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Preparedness Now
This film will give you a sense of what will be happening in the event of an earthquake, to prepare and mitigate for a faster recovery.
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ShakeOut Drill Broadcast (English)
Video recording to be played during the Great Southern California ShakeOut, Nov. 13, 2008, at 10 a.m. Please don't watch, just listen as you Drop, Cover, and Hold On!
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ShakeOut Earthquake Scenario Shaking Simulation
Simulations for the magnitude 7.8 "ShakeOut" earthquake on the southern San Andreas fault, developed by the Southern California Earthquake Center ShakeOut Simulation workgroup.
Do you have a any resource material as to how to earthquake proof one's home?