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Alaska Map Earthquakes can occur almost anywhere in the United States, but primarily in Alaska and California. Uncertainty, lack of warning and threat of immediate bodily harm increase our fears of these natural phenomena. By taking certain preparedness measures, loss of life and property can be minimized.
 
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Earthquake Preparedness:

bullet Earthquake: Drop Cover & Hold Drill
bullet Emergency Supplies Checklist
bullet Preparing Your Family
bullet Tips for Preparing Children
bullet Tips for the Physically Challenged
bullet Tips for the Elderly
bullet Tips for Apartment and Mobile Home Managers
bullet Earthquake Preparedness for Small Businesses
bullet Organizing Your Neighborhood
bullet Tips for Pet Owners
bullet How To Secure Your Furniture
bullet How To Strap Your Water Heater
bullet Elevated Fuel Tank Supports for Earthquake Country

Earthquake Links:
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American Red Cross: Earthquakes
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Seismic Retrofit Training Materials
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National Earthquake Information Center
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Alaska Earthquake Information Center
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Seismology Resources for Teachers
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More Earthquake Links

A tsunami is a series of waves that can be dangerous and destructive. They can be caused by underwater disturbances or earthquakes. When you hear a tsunami warning, move at once to higher ground and stay there until local authorities say it is safe to return home.

Tsunami Sites:
bullet Tsunami Hazard Mitigation
bullet West Coast / Alaska Tsunami Warning Center
 

What can I do today?
Be familiar with the tsunami warning signs. A rapid rise or fall in coastal waters and a large earthquake are both signs to an approaching tsunami.
Know the location of your local evacuation site. Most coastal communities have a designated area on high ground that the community will meet, ie: a school.
Know your community's warning siren or method of letting people know a tsunami is coming.
DO NOT go to the water to watch the tsunami come in!
If you have questions about mitigation, earthquake preparedness, or tsunamis email Alaska's Hazard Mitigation Officer, Mark Roberts.

 
 

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