Late last month, State Senator Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima) introduced legislation to fund a statewide earthquake early-warning system using technology that already exists. During a press conference at Caltech in Pasadena on January 28th, it was discussed that the prototype called the California Integrated Seismic Network needs more money in order for it to go public, and the estimated cost is $80 million. [Read more…]
Earthquake? Here’s What NOT To Do!
If your home looks like this after an earthquake, or you just think it does, call us.
Most of us California residents know exactly what to do in the event of an earthquake, especially if we grew up here. Do you remember the earthquake drills in elementary schools, teaching you to get under your desk and cover the back of your neck with your hands? Second only in popularity to the fire drill of “Stop, Drop and Roll”…
But there are people moving to Southern California every day from across the nation, and across the world. And these people may have never experienced the “fun” of an earthquake before, and there are some things that people might do that can cause injury, large-scale property damage and even death. So we thought it is important to outline the definite “DON’Ts” for our quake newbies—especially since we’ve had two in the last 16 hours! [Read more…]
Are You Ready for the Great California ShakeOut This Thursday?
Riverside County cares about its constituents, and that’s why we’re so proud to be part of this great community. This Thursday, Riverside will host what’s being billed as “the largest earthquake drill” in California history.
Every government office, business, school and family will participate, and we think that’s the most important part. Let’s think about it—when was the last time YOU did an earthquake drill? When you were in high school? Don’t you think it’s time for a refresher course?
The annual “Great California ShakeOut” will be held this Thursday at 10:20 a.m., and participants will “drop, cover and hold on” for several minutes to simulate their response to an actual, massive earthquake. [Read more…]