A Half-Million Oregonians Participated in the Great Oregon Shakeout Drill
The Great Oregon Shakeout Earthquake drill was conducted this morning as part of a global earthquake drill which involved more than 500,000 Oregonians, including individuals, families, schools, and businesses. Participants pledged to drop, cover, and hold on, wherever they are and whatever they’re doing.
The Cascadia Subduction Zone off the Pacific Coast, which has the potential to generate a 9.0+ magnitude earthquake and a resulting tsunami.
OEM’s Be 2 Weeks Ready program encourages all Oregonians to:
• Be informed about hazards in their area.
• Develop an emergency plan for themselves and their loved ones.
• Build an emergency kit with at least two weeks’ worth of food, water, and other essentials.
For resources on earthquake and tsunami preparedness, Living on Shaky Ground is available for download on OEM’s website. Hard copies can also be obtained at local county and Tribal emergency management offices.
