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SOUTHLAND QUAKES TIMELY REMINDER OF THE NEED TO BE PREPARED
San Marcos, CA –
(January 29, 2002) – Monday night’s swarm of small earthquakes in Simi Valley
was a timely reminder of the need to be prepared, according to Dean Reese, Vice
president of Quakehold.
Even though none of
the tremors was big enough to cause serious damage, they should be regarded as
a wake up call for all southern Californians.
“Most people don’t
think about being prepared for earthquakes until it’s too late, but the key to
surviving temblors is preparedness.
“The Office of
Emergency Services notes that the number one cause of injuries in the home
during an earthquake is from unsecured heavy items crashing down. Wall units,
china cabinets and TVs are all potential missiles that can cause injuries if
they’re not secured.
“The good news is
that there are simple and inexpensive preventative measures that we can take to
safeguard our household possessions and to give us peace of mind at the same
time,” said Mr Reese.
A wide range of
furniture and appliance straps is available to consumers, as well as temporary
adhesives to secure treasured items and collectibles. The nylon straps are
secured to furniture with easy-to-use peel and sticks tabs, while the removable
and reusable adhesives go underneath figurines and knick-knacks to keep them in
place.
Earthquake Survival
Kits and Safety Light Sticks are also sensible things to keep in the home or
office.
The American Red Cross
recommends survival kits that contain a blanket and enough food and water for
one person for three days.
Safety Light Sticks
are a dependable source of instant light in the event of a power blackout
during a quake. They last for up to 12 hours, are non-toxic and are more
reliable than flashlight batteries or candles.
All of these
essentials are available in hardware stores, just look for the ‘Earthquake
Safety Center’.
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