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Earthquake Prep
#1 Injury in an earthquake is glass in feet
#1 danger after an earthquake is a gas fire
KEEP SHOES By or under your bed at all times
Is your household ready for the Big One? What would that even look like? LAist studios has put together a podcast that will take you through what it might be like go through a catastrophic earthquake in Los Angeles. Take a listen and see what you can do now to prepare just in case the big one hits.
Click the icon above to listen or search wherever you get your podcasts.
If you live in Southern California you are no stranger to earthquakes. Do your research now and prepare your house and family for an earthquake. Find out how at
Install an automatic gas shutoff valve at your meter or leave a wrench by the meter, tied to it for emergencies. Know how to turn off your gas.
Did you know that gas fires are more likely to start after an earthquake due to ruptured gas lines? Do you have an Earthquake gas shutoff valve? Most older houses do not have one unless they have been upgraded. Contact your plumber or for recommendations on installers that can install one for your home today.
Some of the best information for preparing for the big one is in the podcast above. Make sure you and your family is ready. Much of the preparations for earthquakes can apply to fires and other disasters.
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