Prepare

• Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country Handbooks

  Handbooks for earthquake-prone regions of the U.S.

• Earthquake Preparedness Publications Online (FEMA)

  What to do before, during, and after an earthquake

  • Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety
  • Preparedness FAQs

More links to earthquake preparedness information and response agencies

• Great Shakeout Drills

  Great ShakeOut earthquake drills help people in homes, schools, and organizations practice how to be safe during big earthquakes, and provide an opportunity for everyone to improve their overall preparedness. Find out when the next drill in your state is happening and register to participate.

• Multi-Hazards Demonstration Project

  The Multi-Hazards Demonstration Project (MHDP) successfully brought together multiple disciplines and partners to help communities in southern California reduce death and destruction from natural hazards. The next generation called SAFRR (Science Application for Risk Reduction) will reach nationwide.

• Earthquake Early Warning

  Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) uses existing seismic networks to detect earthquakes rapidly and send a warning ahead of destructive seismic waves.