#28 Shake, Rattle, and Prepared

An Essential Earthquake Readiness In this episode of 38 Percent Prepared, hosts Angie and Leigh focus on earthquake preparedness. Tune in as they walk through essential safety tips, debunk common myths, and share personal experiences to help you be 38% more prepared for the unexpected.

Key Highlights:

• The Great ShakeOut: Learn about this global earthquake drill happening on October 17 at 10:17 a.m. local time, and why it's the perfect time to practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On."

• Personal Story: Leigh shares a gripping account of her parents' experience during a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan, emphasizing the importance of earthquake readiness.

• Debunking the "Triangle of Life": Angie and Leigh debunk the dangerous "Triangle of Life" myth, reinforcing the importance of the Drop, Cover, and Hold On method, which is recommended by FEMA, the American Red Cross, and the U.S. Geological Survey.

• Understanding Earthquakes: They break down the science behind earthquakes, how tectonic plates cause them, and why it's not just a West Coast problem. Earthquakes can happen anywhere, with 37 U.S. states having experienced significant quakes in the last 200 years.

• Earthquake Preparedness Tips: From securing heavy furniture to creating a 72-hour emergency kit, they offer actionable steps you can take now to prepare your family and home for an earthquake.

• Special Considerations: The episode covers safety tips for people using mobility aids, driving during an earthquake, and staying safe in high-rise buildings or coastal areas prone to tsunamis.

Credits/Rources: Useful Link:

• National Seismic Hazard Map: Check out the latest risk data from the U.S. Geological Survey to see the earthquake risk in your area.https://www.usgs.gov/news/national-news-release/new-usgs-map-shows-where-damaging-earthquakes-are-most-likely-occur-us 

• ShakeOut.org: For more information on the Great ShakeOut and to register for the event, visit [ShakeOut.org](https://www.shakeout.org).

https://news.tvbs.com.tw/life/2444454

https://www.seaonc.org/page/TriangleLifeStrategy

https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-08/fema_earthquakes_fema-p-530-earthquake-safety-at-home-march-2020.pdf

https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2024-03/ready.gov_earthquake_hazard-info-sheet.pdf

https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_b-526-eq-safety-checklist.pdf