Earthquake Country Alliance

Partnership of people and organizations working to improve earthquake and tsunami resilience in California and beyond.

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Watch below to learn how to stay safe in you are in bed during an #earthquake!

https://t.co/nh0dbKmZJx

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Watch below to learn how to stay safe during an #earthquake if you have a mobility disability!

https://t.co/N5SNEiJmkh

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Here is how to protect yourself if you are near a sturdy desk or table during an #earthquake!

https://t.co/Rta0SSNJWk

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Earthquakes can happen without warning. If you feel shaking or get an alert, Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Review the safety steps at https://t.co/mYMI3vU4Rw.

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Do you know recommended emergency supplies and locations where they should be kept? Our Step 3: Organize Emergency Supplies worksheet lists key supplies and where you might store them. It is available in 16 languages at: https://t.co/uSIRLygvRg #EmergencyPreparedness

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Make sure you aren't missing out on our Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety overview document! It summarizes the steps you should take to prepare, survive, and recover from an earthquake.

It can be accessed in 16 languages at: https://t.co/lu2oRkeZwQ #Preparedness

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

You can also learn more about some of the possible presentation topics and speakers here: https://t.co/GBGk0wdwjg

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Planning an event? Need an earthquake preparedness speaker or info table? Request a presenter or a staffed table for your event—virtual or in-person! Submit your request by filling out our form here: https://t.co/MdEFaNq31Q #EarthquakePreparedness

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

#EarthquakeWarningCA is a free resource for Californians to be earthquake prepared. Download free resources like the MyShake App, get prepared with fact sheets, and learn the science behind California’s early warning system. Learn more at https://t.co/XZgW7px3Tw

[UNDRR @UNDRR]

"Earthquakes are inevitable — but the disasters they cause are not."

🕯️On #EarthquakeDay, @UNDRR SRSG Kamal Kishore reflects on remembrance & resilience.
Remember. Protect. Build disaster resilience. ➡️ https://t.co/XVPhrMmXj0

➡️ https://t.co/XVPhrMmXj0 #BuildingResilience

[UNDRR @UNDRR]

"Earthquakes are one of nature's deadliest hazards. In seconds, they can turn homes into ruins, undo decades of progress & claim thousands of lives." - Guterres

Most earthquake deaths result from collapsing buildings ➡️ https://t.co/sq8vIEcRjm #EarthquakeDay #BuildingResilience

[UNDRR @UNDRR]

📢 Smart public policies can prevent earthquake disasters.

Most earthquake deaths result from damage to buildings & infrastructure – we can protect people from this.

🕯️ Remember. Protect. Build disaster resilience.

➡️ https://t.co/2EvZm6tGpc #BuildingResilience #EarthquakeDay

[ShakeOut @ShakeOut]

We are proud of the new partnership between @UNDRR and @ShakeOut to observe this new #EarthquakeDay and to encourage everyone, everywhere to learn and practice earthquake safety actions such as #DropCoverHoldOn during annual earthquake drills. Learn more: https://t.co/YzOOEhNDmI

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

This excellent new animation from @UNDRR
shows earthquake safety actions and also includes guidance for people who use mobility devices; learn what to do in other settings at https://t.co/mYMI3vUCH4 and https://t.co/HRKBfjBuT0

[UNDRR @UNDRR]

🫸 Drop! Cover! Hold on!

If the ground starts shaking & you're indoors, this reflex can protect you.

Run a Drop, Cover, Hold On drill – & make it a habit. The reflex it builds can last a lifetime.

➡️ https://t.co/PHbFhKaF2w #BuildingResilience #EarthquakeDay #DropCoverHoldOn

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

📺 Televisions could easily fall or tip over during earthquakes! Making sure your television is safely secured can prevent injuries and damages!

Detailed instructions for #Step1 of our #SevenStepstoEarthquakeSafety can be found at https://t.co/DF6kEasRrv!

[California Geological Survey @CAGeoSurvey]

Between April 20 (12:00 AM PST) and April 26 (11:59 PM) there were 40 earthquakes in California of magnitude 2.0 or larger.

🔸30 quakes between M2.0 - 2.9
🔸9 quakes between M3.0 - 3.9
🔸1 quake between M4.0 - 4.9

The largest earthquake was a magnitude 4.1 near Petrolia, CA.

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Earthquakes can happen anytime. Our Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety guide you through securing your space, making a plan, gathering supplies, protecting your finances, knowing how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On, and more! You can find resources at: https://t.co/0yhKM8DK4n

[California Geological Survey @CAGeoSurvey]

Between April 13 (12:00 AM PST) and April 19 (11:59 PM) there were 28 earthquakes in California of magnitude 2.0 or larger.

🔸26 earthquakes between magnitude 2.0 - 2.9
🔸2 earthquakes between magnitude 3.0 - 3.9

The largest earthquake was a magnitude 3.5 near Ludlow, CA.

[Earthquake Country Alliance @ECA]

Today is the Great Utah #ShakeOut! Join us by practicing Drop, Cover, and Hold On at 10:15 a.m. It's not too late to register and participate. If you can't hold a drill today, you can still register and do so any time of year that works best for you. Visit https://t.co/E8XauGfEqo

[California Geological Survey @CAGeoSurvey]

Between April 6 (12:00 AM PST) and April 12 (11:59 PM) there were 39 earthquakes in California of magnitude 2.0 or larger.

🔸38 earthquakes between magnitude 2.0 - 2.9
🔸1 earthquake between magnitude 3.0 - 3.9

The largest earthquake was a magnitude 3.2 near Trinidad, CA.