Two Areas of concern: New Madrid Seismic Zone & Wabash Valley Seismic Zone
Before the quake:
- Secure items that might fall and cause injuries (bookshelves, mirrors, TVs, etc.)
- Discuss how you will communicate with your family should you be cut off from them (have an out of state contact that everyone in your family knows to call)
- Make an earthquake kit with important documents, emergency supplies, etc. Store it where you can get to it quickly.
During the quake:
- Stay low so you don’t get knocked down
- Cover your head & neck from falling debris, move to a safe place, under a desk or table
- Hold on until the shaking stops
After the Quake:
- Look before you move, make sure it’s safe to do so
- Call for help if you need to and can
- If you’re trapped, tap on something, make noise so rescuers can find you
- Once you’re safe, monitor local news for further information or instructions
For us,
Continuous Planning and Exercises
- Awareness (Public, Private, Government)
- Responses (work together with local and regional agencies in planning process)
- Recovery
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