USGS Urges Kansans to Prepare For Earthquakes Like Californians
September 8, 2016
Oklahoma's largest earthquake ever still has people talking. Saturday's 5.8 magnitude earthquake caused only minor damage in Kansas, but officials with the US Geological Survey say it's time for people in the region to start preparing for earthquakes like Californians.
Via KWCH.com:
Items on your wall or shelves can be hazardous in an earthquake, but there are ways you can protect yourself and your belongings.
"It scared me this time," said Errica Weaver.
The morning jolt felt across the region didn't skip Weaver's home.
"I ran down the hallway and woke my husband up and I was like 'we're having another earthquake'," said Weaver.
Weaver says the earthquake shook pictures off her wall, and caused drawers to slide out of her bedroom dresser.
We took Weaver through the FEMA Earthquake Home Hazard Hunt, a guide to eliminate potential dangers in your home in the event of an earthquake.
FEMA recommends you securely fasten or relocate heavy pictures over beds and furniture. We checked Weaver's home and all wall hangings are in safe places.
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