Are You Prepared for the Next Big Quake?

Dear Friend:

Recently, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake shook Taiwan and the effects, like a tsunami, had the potential to impact California's coastline. While rare, most Tsunamis are caused by earthquakes and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to monitor these events around the clock for potential impacts to communities across the Golden State.  

Did you know? California, and especially Inland Southern California, is known as earthquake country with seismic activity in various magnitudes, and everyone should take proactive actions to stay ahead of the next big one.

STEPS TO PREPARE: 

• Know your risks: 
  • Visit myhazards.caloes.ca.gov to learn about local risks 
  • Prepare your home by securing furniture, appliances, home fuel systems, and more 

• Make a plan: 
  • Create a customized emergency plan for your specific needs 
  • Build an emergency contact list 
  • Build an emergency supply kit with copies of important documents

Alert RivCo allows emergency managers and public safety first responders to rapidly alert and warn the public in the event of emergencies. Sign up at Alert Rivco

If you have questions about this or any other state-related issue, please call my District Office at (951) 680-6750 or message me directly by visiting my website at www.sen.ca.gov/Roth.

Sincerely,

RICHARD D. ROTH

Senator, 31^st District