Emergency Preparedness

With the unpredictable and destructive nature of earthquakes, a few extra seconds of notice can make all the difference in the world.

That’s why the California Office of Emergency Services is reminding residents to download the state’s MyShake App, a free tool that delivers alerts and warnings for earthquakes.

The app, developed by UC Berkeley in partnership with United States Geological Survey ShakeAlert and Cal OES, is available for mobile devices through the Google Play store and Apple App store and allows residents to input their home town and receive alerts as soon as ground sensors detect significant shaking.

“This can provide vital seconds of notice to prepare for shaking,” said Jon Gudel, a spokesperson for the Cal OES Earthquake Early Warning team. “Think of all the apps you have on your phone now, none of them could potentially save your lives, especially in Southern California with all the seismic active areas.”

The MyShake App is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean and Filipino, can be download from smartphone app stores, or directly from the MyShake website myshake.berkeley.edu/.

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Are you a compassionate Angeleno wanting to make a difference in your community? Join the Mayor’s Crisis Response Team (CRT)! CRT is committed to providing resources and support on scene to survivors of crime and crisis in the City of Los Angeles. CRT is currently accepting applications for the upcoming Fall Training Academy that begins September 17th and is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays for nine weeks at LAPD Elysian Park. Watch their video here: https://lacrt.org/about.

To fill out an application, visit https://lacrt.org/volunteer.

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The 6.7 quake in 1994 revealed crucial information for experts and residents to get ready next time

When the Northridge earthquake struck the San Fernando Valley in the early hours of Jan. 17, 1994, Craig Renetzky and his family were asleep at home in Reseda three miles from the quake’s epicenter. As walls and windows in their condominium shook, his wife jumped out of bed to check on the baby — who remained peacefully asleep throughout the intense quake.

As Renetzky inspected his home after the temblor — finding broken glass and debris scattered across the floor — he realized the massive quake had made his home uninhabitable.

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As we celebrate this month of preparedness, the City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department is engaging the community for input as they update the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, to help plan for how to keep Angelenos safe in future emergencies or disasters. They want to hear from all Angelenos about their emergency preparedness priorities so that they can determine how best to focus efforts to protect the City from various hazards!

Please take a moment to take the short Hazard Mitigation Survey below.

English:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LosAngelesHazardAwareness

Spanish:

https://es.surveymonkey.com/r/ES-LAconcienciadelpeligro

For written copies of the survey contact Jillian de Vela at EMD jillian.de.vela@lacity.org

To learn more about LHMP and participate in future Steering Committee Meetings, visit. https://emergency.lacity.gov/Local-Hazard-Plan

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