earthquakes
Earthquake Information: Worst Earthquakes in History
The Deadliest Earthquakes in History: The Worst and Most Destructive Natural Disasters What is an Earthquake? An earthquake is a phenomenon that occurs when the Earth’s crust and uppermost mantle experience sudden movements, resulting in intense shaking and the release of seismic energy. Such movements can be caused by a variety of factors, from volcanic […]
Earthquake Safety: Protecting Your Electronics During an Earthquake
Earthquake Safety: Protecting Your Electronics During an Earthquake An earthquake can happen at any moment, and it can strike without warning. This natural disaster can cause severe damage to your home, including your electronic devices. The loss of these devices can be costly, not to mention the loss of important data and memories. In this […]
Earthquake Safety: How to Secure Hanging Objects to Avoid Earthquake Damage
Earthquake Safety: How to Secure Hanging Objects to Avoid Earthquake Damage Hanging objects such as mirrors, picture frames, and chandeliers are common decorative items in homes and offices. However, during an earthquake, these objects can become a hazard, falling and causing damage, injury, or even death. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to […]
Earthquake Safety: How to Secure Bookcases During an Earthquake
How to Secure Bookcases During an Earthquake Earthquakes can be unpredictable and devastating, causing widespread damage to homes, buildings and other structures. Bookcases, in particular, are susceptible to falling and causing injury to people or damaging other items in the room. Therefore, it is crucial to secure bookcases to minimize the risk of damage and […]
Do You Need Earthquake Insurance? How Much Coverage Do You Need? Is Earthquake Insurance Worth It?
Do You Need Earthquake Insurance? How Much Coverage Do You Need? It is a question that many homeowners are asking these days. In fact, there has been an increase in the number of earthquakes recently and more people are going to want to ensure that their home will be safe from them. Luckily for individuals […]
Cascadia Fault – Mega Earthquake Looms Off Pacific Northwest
The Cascadia Subduction Zone The Cascadia subduction zone runs seven hundred miles off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. It starts at the northern end of California near Cape Mendocino, runs up the entire length of Oregon and Washington, and continues to at least the middle of Vancouver Island, Canada. The “Cascadia” part of […]
Disaster Preparedness: Earthquake Disaster Plan
Master Disaster Checklist If you want to keep your property, family, pets, and business safe during natural disasters, it’s important to be prepared. This master checklist gives you a good foundation for what to do, what to have, and what to plan for. Secure Contact Information: Make sure you have a printed out copy as […]