Haiti Earthquakes and Calirfornia Quakes.

Do not think for a minute that what is happening in Haiti cannot happen were you live.

If you completely live in the dark let me update you. Haiti was flattened by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake and over 50,000 people died. More are dying every day because their wounds are not being treated.

Here in the bay area we have been hit with more than a dozen earthquakes over a week ago. Also a bit north in Humboldt County they were just rocked with a 6.5 earthquake. Shortly after the quake, hardware and grocery store were slammed with people trying to get supplies. But because of gas leaks, power outages, and structural damage customers were not allowed into the stores. DUH!

Do you want to know the difference between The Haiti Earthquake, and California Earthquakes? California has earthquakes all the time, but Californians are still not prepared! My god people!

I do feel sorry for the people in Haiti right now, but I am truly ashamed of you Californians. Get it together and get prepared. Honestly it doesn’t take very much to be prepared. Being aware of your surroundings is the first step. Having a few things ready is the second. These simple things will prevent panic. Even though you might act calm, going down to the hardware store to buy up everything you can shows that you’re panicking.

Here are some simple tips so you don’t end up dead.

Have an earthquake survival kit on hand.
All family members should know how to turn off gas, water, and electricity.
Plan family emergency procedures, and make plans for reuniting your family.
Know emergency telephone numbers (doctor, hospital, police, 911, etc)
Anchor heavy objects to walls (bookcases, wall units, mirrors, cabinets, etc.)
Never place heavy objects over beds, and keep heavy objects lower than head height of shortest member of family.

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE STAY CALM
Inside, stand in doorway, or crouch under a desk or table, well away from windows or glass dividers.
Outside, stand away from buildings, trees, telephones and electrical lines.
On the road, drive away from underpasses and overpasses; stop in safe area; stay in vehicle.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE
Check for injuries-provide first aid.
Check for safety-check for gas, water, sewage breaks; check for downed power lines and shorts; turn off appropriate utilities.
Check for building damage and potential problems during aftershocks.
Clean up dangerous spills.
Wear shoes
Turn on the radio and listen for instructions from public safety agencies.
Use telephone for emergencies, only.

And finally dont leave your family to run down to the store. There might be roits about to go down!