Disaster Preparedness

1. Disaster Preparedness Help your family prepare for disaster

2. The Hayward Fault • Summer 2001, FEMA warned that these are the most likely most catastrophic threats facing America: • Terrorist Attack in New York City • Levee Failure in New Orleans • Massive Earthquake in San Francisco • On Average, Hayward Fault has a major earthquake every 140 years • It is now 146 years since most recent quake (1868)

3. Hayward EQ Scenario

4. BART map • Solid Green will be available within about 3 days • Blue may take weeks or months to repair • White is new construction (I assume its design matches the line to which it is connected) • Dashed Green depends on the survivability of the Caldecott tunnel.

5. Before an Earthquake • Create a Communications Plan: • Create ICE contact. • Wallet card with Emergency contact list, medical, out-of-state contact… • Text vs Voice (IMOK. RUOK?) • Make copies of Insurance/medical info • Save photos of family, pets, home/valuables • Choose meeting places: Outside home, in neighborhood, outside the area • Choose an escape plan • Store supplies at home, work and car • Learn where utility shutoffs are and how/when to use them • Learn first aid/CPR • Encourage friends, family, neighbors to be self-sufficient after an Earthquake

6. Supplies • Plan for at least 3 days, 7-14 days is better • See supplies lists for home, desk, car • Water: • Purchase water bottles • Rinse and refill 2 liter bottles with 4 drops bleach • Water heater has 30-50 gal of water • Disinfectant and filter • Food: • Store what you eat, eat what you store • First Aid and Medical Supplies • Tips: • Batteries in original packaging • Matches in latched cabinet • Flammables in latched cabinet • Bleach in water proof container • Store food to encourage rotation and protect against pests

7. Earthquake Mitigation First Priority – Reduce injuries Keep shoes and flashlight near bed No heavy objects above your bed or desk Large heavy objects on lower shelves Secure pictures and other glass objects Know safe spots in every room: sturdy table, desk Know dangerous spots in every room: window, hanging objects, fireplace, appliances Second Priority - Ensure egress Remove or secure heavy items, overhead items and tall items Anchor tall free standing bookcases, shelving, cabinets, partitions Third Priority - Fire prevention Keep a wrench near the gas shut off Ensure water heater is strapped Anchor heavy appliances like free-standing range, clothes dryer (especially gas-fired) Fourth Priority - Reduce contents damage Secure breakables with museum putty, or keep in lower shelves or closed cabinets Install latches on overhead cabinets Fifth Priority - Reduce water damage - Know how to turn off water, and keep tools accessible Sixth Priority - Reduce structural damage (Take the quiz at http://quake.abag.ca.gov/residents/)

8. Earthquake Home Hazard Hunt (FEMA 528)

9. During – Shelter in Place Shelter in place–whether you’re in a car, in bed, or in a public place. Do not try to run out of the building during strong shaking, hold tight until the shaking stops. If you’re outdoors, steer clear of wires or falling objects. If you’re inside, stay inside: Duck-Cover-Hold: Duck under a strong table or desk. Cover your head and neck with your arms against an interior wall. Hold onto the table leg or desk. Face away from windows and stay clear of tall objects. Watch for falling objects. In Public – Steer clear of panicking crowds & structural hazards. Theatre – Crouch in seat. Ball Park or Stadium – Go to the open play field – Not the exits. Shopping Malls – Avoid glass displays. Warehouse Store – Watch for falling objects. Outdoors: Get into the open – Stay clear of buildings & power lines In Mountainous Area – Watch for falling rocks & other debris On the Beach/Ocean Front – Move to higher ground or several hundred yards inland If Driving: Stop if safe, but stay inside car Avoid stopping under trees, light posts, power lines, or signs Stay away from bridges, overpasses & tunnels

10. After Remain calm & be prepared for aftershocks Put on shoes and avoid broken glass Check for injuries & administer first aid to the degree you are trained Do not turn on or off any lighting or electrical devices Check for obvious hazards Check for gas leaks, fires, damaged electrical (Do not touch damaged/downed wires) If gas is leaking, don’t operate switches, landlines, appliances, flashlights, - open windows, evacuate the building, report it to the gas company If the power goes out, turn off electric appliances, and unplug major electric appliances to prevent possible damage when the power is turned back on. Communicate via text instead of voice if practical Check news and traffic before venturing out Let people know your route and ETA Stay out of damaged buildings

11. When & How to shut off Utilities • Gas Meter – If you smell gas, hear gas escaping, see a broken gas line, or if suspect a gas leak. • Electrical Panel – If you suspect any damage. • Water Meter – If you suspect a leak

12. Additional Resources Training: redcross.org/prepare quake.abag.ca.gov/preparedness/cert Miscellaneous: ready.gov quake.abag.ca.gov/preparedness/ sf72.org Mitigation: quake.abag.ca.gov/residents/ Earthquake Home Hazard Hunt FEMA528