Earthquakes

Prepare your household before an earthquake. Make a plan, organize emergency supplies and practice how to protect yourself during shaking.

If you feel shaking or get an alert: Drop, Cover and Hold On if possible, including when using a cane. When using a walker or wheelchair: lock the wheels, cover your head and neck, and hold on.

During an earthquake

Drop, Cover and Hold On.

  • Drop onto your hands and knees.

  • Cover your head and neck. If a sturdy table or desk is nearby, crawl underneath it.

  • Hold On to your shelter. If there is no shelter, protect your head and neck with both arms and hands.

Visit ShakeOut’s earthquake safety guidance for instructions for different locations and mobility needs.

 

Earthquake safety guide for different mobility needs.

Prepare before an earthquake

  • Secure tall furniture and objects that could fall.

  • Make a household emergency plan.

  • Organize emergency supplies.

  • Practice earthquake safety with your household.

Explore the California Earthquake Authority’s preparedness guidance for planning, supplies and ways to reduce hazards at home.

Stay informed

Visit the City’s Alerts page for emergency notification options.

Practice earthquake safety

Learn about earthquake drills and participation through the Great ShakeOut.

Contact Us

232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

(626) 355-7135

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