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California is earthquake country… A quake can happen at any time! Be better prepared to survive & recover quickly By working together!
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What is The ShakeOut? An annual statewide earthquake drill When m illions of people practice… 2012: Thursday, 10/18 at 10:18 a.m. Register today at www.shakeout.org/californiawww.shakeout.org/california
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Why Drop, Cover, and Hold On? Buildings rarely collapse in California Most people are injured by things falling on them, or when trying to move Get under something to be safe!
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Skip the Myths DO NOT get in a doorway! –It does not protect you from falling items –In strong shaking you can not stand DO NOT believe the “triangle of life”! –You are safer under (not next to) a table –www.dropcoverholdon.org explains whywww.dropcoverholdon.org
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Don’t Move Somewhere Else If inside, stay inside! If outside, stay outside!
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Drop to the floor -Before the earthquake drops you! Take Cover -Under a sturdy desk or table -Or cover your head with your arms Hold On firmly -Be ready to move with it until the shaking stops Protect Yourself During Earthquakes
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7 Register to participate at www.ShakeOut.org/california www.ShakeOut.org/california Add the link to your website –ShakeOut web banners are available Then invite everyone you know to join you! Register and Spread the Word
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Resources Flyers for waiting areas, bulletin boards, or for articles in newsletters Preparedness information & drill guides Videos and other resources www.ShakeOut.org/Resources
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Thursday Register today at www.ShakeOut.org/california 10/18 at 10:18 a.m.
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