| Your Family's Earthquake Preparedness | | | | A Separation Plan |
| Everyone thinks they are ready for earthquake | | | | There is no way for you to know exactly when |
| damage, but are they really? | | | | disaster may strike. Your family may be spread |
| There are a number of areas to be considered | | | | out over a larger area. Earthquake preparedness |
| during disaster planning. If you truly want to | | | | should include a meeting location. This should be an |
| guarantee you have taken all necessary steps for | | | | area every member of the family is familiar with, |
| complete earthquake preparedness, then put your | | | | and knows how to get to. Also discuss where |
| plan to a test. The following emergency essential | | | | local shelters can be found. |
| check list will help you identify potential flaws in | | | | Potential Contacts |
| your earthquake preparedness plan. | | | | Have a list of potential contacts included in your |
| Disaster Kits | | | | earthquake preparedness plan. This is especially |
| Does your family have a sufficient disaster kit, | | | | important if you have older children who stay |
| and does it contain enough drinking water and | | | | home alone from time to time. Also let the |
| food for everyone who will need it? Make sure | | | | contact individuals know who they are. This should |
| these items are cycled out every few months, | | | | be a neighbor, friend or relative who you trust. |
| especially the drinking water. All earthquake kits | | | | Children should be advised to turn to these |
| must include rations as well as first aid items. | | | | responsible adults in your absence. Make a point |
| Periodically check over the counter medications | | | | to explain the best earthquake safety measures |
| for an expiration date and change them out as | | | | so children know when and how to find the |
| necessary. | | | | contact person after the quake had ended. |