Preparation for earthquakes generally provides some level of preparation for other disasters. In any case it is possible that you may be on your own for some time and have to help yourself and your neighbors. The California Seismic Safety Commission provides information that is intended to help you learn about and prepare for earthquakes.
Information To Help You Prepare
Protect yourself. Spread the word. Visit: DropCoverHoldOn.org, in Spanish too!
Drop, Cover, and Hold on is a website designed to help you prepare for an earthquake.
Staying Safe Where the Earth Shakes is a booklet that includes the “Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety” – basic guidelines for what to do before, during, and after a damaging earthquake.
You can also visit EarthquakeCountry.org/SevenSteps for more tips on how to apply these steps to your family’s unique needs.
The statewide version of this booklet is available in three languages:
Regional editions are available with local hazard information and contacts.
The Homeowner’s Guide to Earthquake Safety 2002 Edition
Download the Homeowner’s Guide to Earthquake Safety
Also see: http:/ssc.ca.gov/forms_pubs/hog for additional details, summary of hyperlinks, and a reduced quality version for quick on-line viewing.
The Commercial Property Owner’s Guide To Earthquake Safety 2022 Edition
Download Commercial Property Owner’s Guide to Earthquake Safety
Also see: http://ssc.ca.gov/forms_pubs/cog for additional details, summary of hyperlinks, and a reduced quality version for quick on-line viewing.
The Tsunami Threat to California Findings and Recommendations on Tsunami Hazards and Risks – Report released by the California Seismic Safety Commission.
Also see: Appendix “A” to CSSC report no. 05-03 for additional report details and PowerPoint presentations.
Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country – Available to the public from the Earthquake Country Alliance
Echando Raíces en Tierra de Terremotos
Spanish Version
Bajar en español | Solicite una copia impresa en español | Request free Spanish-language handbook(s)
Los Siete Pasos de Seguridad contra Terremotos
Echando Raíces en Tierra de Terremotos
Spanish Version
Bajar en español | Solicite una copia impresa en español | Request free Spanish-language handbook(s)
Los Siete Pasos de Seguridad contra Terremotos
Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country
Southern California
A 32-page earthquake science and preparedness guide provides information for understanding where and when earthquakes will occur in Southern California.
SCEC – Download Roots
Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country
San Francisco
Provides information about the threat posed by an earthquake in the San Francisco Bay Region, and explains how you can prepare for, survive, and recover.
USGS – Download Roots SF