October 19 marks international ShakeOutDay – a day dedicated to increasing awareness about earthquake safety readiness. Following FEMA’s National Preparedness Month, individuals and communities throughout California will participate in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill as a reminder to drop, cover and hold on.
But what if you’re driving while an earthquake happens? Check out our tips below to guide you while traveling on roadways (preferably The Toll Roads – wink, wink).
- Avoid overpasses, bridges, power lines, signs and other hazards and watch for falling debris.
- Pull over to a shoulder as quickly and safely as possible and set the parking brake on your vehicle.
- Stay inside the vehicle until the shaking stops, then proceed carefully to avoid debris, cracks or shifted pavement.
- Pull over for emergency vehicles to ensure safe passage for first responders.
How Can You Participate in the Great ShakeOut?
The Great ShakeOut is free and open-to-the-public for individuals, schools, businesses, and local and state government agencies. To take part in the Great ShakeOut, individuals and organizations are asked to join the drill by registering to participate http://www.ShakeOut.org. Once registered, participants receive information on how to plan drills and become better prepared for earthquakes and other disasters.
To date, 2.4 million people are registered to participate in the Great ShakeOut. Earthquake Drills will also occur throughout the nation and in several countries worldwide. More than 45 million people around the globe are expected to participate; and in addition to safety drills, many participants take extra steps to become more prepared for earthquakes or other disasters. #BePrepared
For more information on the Great ShakeOut visit: Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills – Select Your ShakeOut Region
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