Earthquakes Can Rock - Know What to Do

Our planet really knows how to move and groove to its own tune during an earthquake. They may seem unlikely here in New York City, but earthquake tremors can occur, and it's important to be prepared. In the event of an earthquake: DROP to the floor, take COVER under a solid piece of furniture or next to an interior wall, and HOLD on.
Get more information on what to do in the event of an earthquake
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Use PrepareAthon to Increase Preparedness

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 3/23/15: Visit the #PrepareAthon website to access resources for you to hold a preparedness drill, discussion, or exercise to increase your employees' preparedness. 

Earthquake Preparedness Checklist

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 2/10/14: Ensure your crisis plan includes an earthquake preparedness checklist and share it with staff.  

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Keep your business Ready

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 1/13/14:  Keep your business Ready for various types of disasters such as pandemic flu, natural disasters and computer system attacks.

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"How To" Series on Protecting Your Business or Property

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip of the Week: Check out FEMA's "How To" series on protecting your business or property from flood, fire, earthquake and other hazards. http://tinyurl.com/lbknzut

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Be Prepared When You Feel the Shake (of a Quake)

Although earthquakes are uncommon in New York City, tremors felt by New Yorkers two years ago are a reminder to be prepared. Know what to do if you feel the shake of an earthquake. Take a moment to identify safe places in each room of your home, and be ready for aftershocks, which often follow.
Learn more about earthquake preparedness
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Tsunami Plans

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip 3/4/13:
Update your school tsunami plan with new emergency contacts,  shelter in place locations, and reopening plans. http://go.usa.gov/2gnP. 

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Steps to Prepare for Earthquakes

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip of the Week, 2/12/13: Organizations can prepare for earthquakes by securing heavy shelves, water heaters and other large objects to the walls.    http://go.usa.gov/4fxR.

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Don't Let a Quake Rattle You

Although earthquakes are rare in New York City, the tremors felt by New Yorkers last August remind us to be prepared. If you feel shaking, take cover under a solid piece of furniture away from any windows or hanging objects. Aftershocks often follow an earthquake, so stay put until all the trembling stops.
Learn more about how to be prepared for an earthquake
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Earthquake Planning for High-Rises

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week March 26, 2011: Enhance your high-rise building emergency plans to prepare for earthquakes.
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Know How To Reduce Your Radiation Exposure

Saturday, March 11, marks one year since an earthquake and tsunami devastated Japan. The nuclear accidents that occurred in the tsunami's wake highlight the importance of understanding radiation exposure. While small amounts of radiation are considered safe, know how to reduce your exposure in the event New York City became exposed to unsafe levels. Remember these three steps:

• Time: Stay inside until the threat has passed.
• Distance: The greater the distance between you and the radiation source the better.
• Shielding: Put as much heavy, dense material between you and the radiation source as possible.

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How to Prepare for an Earthquake

Earthquakes are rare in New York City, but we were reminded they can happen when a 5.8-magnitude quake centered in Virginia shook the city on August 23, 2011. So what should you do if the ground starts shaking again? Drop to the floor, take cover under a solid piece of furniture or next to an interior wall, and hold on to a sturdy piece of furniture.
Take the San Francisco Quake Quiz
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Earthquake Mitigation

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 1/9/12: Learn about earthquake mitigation during the upcoming National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program E-74 Earthquake Webinars.   www.fema.gov/pdf/privatesector/E_74_privatesector.pdf

Shake It Out for Earthquake Month

While earthquakes are uncommon in the New York City area, tremors occasionally occur. It's important to know what to do in an earthquake. April is Earthquake Preparedness Month, and this Thursday, April 28, millions of Americans across the country will practice their earthquake safety skills during the Great ShakeOut. Join in at 11:15 AM Eastern time: - Drop to the floor. - Take cover under a solid piece of furniture or next to an interior wall. - Hold on until the shaking stops. Learn more about earthquakes and NYC Read the Tip of the Week online

Floodsmart Toolkit and other online Resources

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week: Review and use the Floodsmart Toolkit to help your business cope with flooding from the spring thaw. www.floodsmart.gov/toolkits/.

Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Aid Resources:

US AID is the government agency that provides disaster assistance to foreign countries - http://www.usaid.gov/ 

Direct Relief International - http://www.directrelief.org/ 

Additional Online Resources:

Ready Campaign - www.ready.gov/business

14th Annual Emergency Management Higher Education Conference, June 6 - 9, 2011 - http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/edu/educonference11.asp

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Prepare your Business for Earthquakes

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 2/21/11: View our online tools to prepare your employees and business for earthquakes.  http://go.usa.gov/rKK.

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FEMA Toolkit for State Earthquake programs

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 1/31/11: Businesses can download and use the FEMA Toolkit for State Earthquake programs.  http://go.usa.gov/rKD.  
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Earthquake Mitigation and Safety for Schools

Tip of the Week 01/17/11: Sign up for FEMA Earthquake Mitigation and Safety for Schools Webinar.  www.fema.gov/pdf/privatesector/earthquake_safety_mit_school_flyer.pdf.
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Earthquake mitigation

FEMA Private Sector Tip of the Week 11/01/10: Review and share FEMA earthquake mitigation information for your business. http://go.usa.gov/asR.

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Earthquake Protection

Tip of the Week for 4/19/2010:

Help protect your employees and your office building from earthquakes and other disasters with FEMA Mitigation Publications. Click here for more details: http://www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/howto/index.shtm.

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