For future quake events.............
EARTHQUAKE SAFETY........
Earthquakes can strike without warning, and being prepared for such a disaster can mean the difference between life and death. Here are some tips to help you and your loved ones make it through a quake:
Those living in areas not prone to earthquakes can respond quickly to the plight of disaster victims in quake zones by complacently smirking and saying, "I told you so."
To minimize loss and damage in a quake, try not to own things.
Practice your burrowing-out-from-under-40-tons-of-rubble skills ahead of time.
Look out your window often. If you see a large, zig-zag-shaped crevasse moving rapidly from the horizon toward your home, step either to the right or the left.
Do you have a treasured childhood toy? Perhaps a stuffed animal, such as a teddy bear? Well, let's see Mr. Bear help you now!
A doorway is the safest place to be during a quake. Eat, sleep, and work in doorways.
Be sure to mail your house-insurance payments a full five business days before a major earthquake strikes.
In the event of a quake, get under something heavy, such as a desk, a table, or your boss.
If you are caught in a major earthquake in Southern California and are part of the entertainment industry, take a moment or two to reflect on how grossly you've wasted your life.