This popular 32-page earthquake science and preparedness handbook has recently
been updated.
The new version features current scientific understanding of when
and where earthquakes will occur in California, and how the ground will shake as
a result. Updated maps of earthquakes, faults, and potential shaking are
included as well as instructions on how to get information after earthquakes.
Link to
printable version
Link to
printable version
for Southern California.
for Northern California.
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