Earthquakes are the most serious natural hazard facing the Puget Sound area. Although major earthquakes are rare, they do happen here. And, unlike some other hazards, earthquakes happen with little warning.
Practicing what to do when the ground starts shaking 鈥� drop, cover and hold on 鈥� can help you feel more confident and prepared for an earthquake. 91探花Emergency Management invites all 91探花students, faculty and staff to participate in this year鈥檚 at 10:16 a.m. on Oct. 16. Watch for the 91探花Alert message, then, wherever you are, stop and practice.
Check out the Great ShakeOut for info about what to do if an earthquake happens while you鈥檙e in bed, when you鈥檙e driving, while you鈥檙e in a stadium or if you don鈥檛 have a sturdy table to crawl under. There’s also a video about . Check out the Seattle Times helpful , too.
Before the drill, log into your 91探花Alert account and make sure your contact info is up-to-date. Particularly for staff and faculty, make sure this includes your cell number for text messaging of alerts.
We also encourage you to download the . The app uses the ShakeAlert automated system run by the U.S. Geological Survey in partnership with the 91探花and universities in Oregon and California. ShakeAlert uses ground motion sensors to detect earthquakes and send a notification.
ShakeOut is also a good time to think about the time after an earthquake and what you might need. Learn how to make an emergency plan and build an emergency kit.