QUAKE-READINESS ADVICE GIVEN.Byline: Daily News With the 100th anniversary of the San Francisco earthquake San Francisco earthquake disaster claiming many lives and most of city (1906). [Am. Hist.: Jameson, 443–444] See : Disaster of 1906 coming this week, Federal Emergency Management Agency The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is the federal agency responsible for coordinating emergency planning, preparedness, risk reduction, response, and recovery. The agency works closely with state and local governments by funding emergency programs and providing technical officials are advising Californians to take it as a reminder to prepare for a big earthquake. "It is important that people who live in this region be aware that a major earthquake can occur at any moment day or night and be prepared for it when it does," said Karen Armes, acting director of FEMA's Region IX. The famous quake struck at 5 a.m. April 18, 1906. Most earthquake-related injuries result from collapsing walls, flying glass and falling objects as a result of the ground shaking, or people trying to move more than a few feet during the shaking. Individuals can prevent injuries and protect their property by taking the following important steps: Create a personal or family earthquake plan and practice it. Identify things that you could not do without for 72 hours or more. Bolt bookcases, china cabinets, and other tall furniture to wall studs A wall stud is a vertical member in light frame construction. Traditionally, studs were made of wood, usually 2×4 or 2×6 dimensional lumber. In North America, studs are typically placed 16 inches (400 mm) from each other's centre, but sometimes also at 12 inches (300 mm) or 24 . Brace or anchor high or top-heavy objects. During an earthquake, these things "These Things" is an EP by She Wants Revenge, released in 2005 by Perfect Kiss, a subsidiary of Geffen Records. Music Video The music video stars Shirley Manson, lead singer of the band Garbage. Track Listing 1. "These Things [Radio Edit]" - 3:17 2. can fall over, causing damage or injury. Secure other items that might fall, such as televisions, bookcases and computers. Falling items can be a major cause of damage or injury in a quake. Install strong latches or bolts on cabinet doors to prevent the contents from flying out during the quake. Move large or heavy objects and fragile items to lower shelves where they are less likely to fall and cause injury or break. Store breakable items such as bottled foods, glass and china in low, closed cabinets with latches. Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable flam·ma·ble adj. Easily ignited and capable of burning rapidly; inflammable. [From Latin flamm products securely in closed cabinets with latches, on bottom shelves. Hang heavy items, such as pictures and mirrors, away from beds, couches and anywhere people sit. Earthquakes frequently knock things off walls, causing damage or injury. Brace overhead light fixtures. During earthquakes, overhead light fixtures are the most common items to fall. Strap the water heater to wall studs. The water heater might be your best source of drinkable water following an earthquake. Protect it from damage and leaks. Bolt down any gas appliances. After an earthquake, broken gas lines frequently create fire hazards. Install flexible pipe fittings to avoid gas or water leaks. Flexible fittings will be less likely to break. Repair any deep cracks in ceilings or foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects. Consider buying earthquake insurance Earthquake insurance is a form of property insurance that pays the policyholder in the event of an earthquake that causes damage to the property. Most ordinary homeowners insurance policies do not cover earthquake damage. . Ask your insurance agent about adding earthquake coverage to your current policy. In addition, individuals should assemble a disaster supplies kit A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items that members of a household may need in the event of a disaster. General Supplies
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