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Eathquake
Preparedness



During the aftermath of the Northridge Earthquake ten years ago, John became very familiar with the effects that an earthquake can have on a structure.

The importance of properly preparing for an earthquake shouldn't be underestimated. We have provided links to some important sites where you can find out more about preparing for an earthquake.

John A. LaRocca has researched this subject and had the following articles published. Feel free to view the articles online or download them using Adobe® Acrobat reader.

What you should know about earthquake preparedness:



Earthquake-Proof Your Home
"How well your family and your residence will do in a major earthquake will be a combination of factors such as the strength of the quake and your proximity to the epicenter, however the number one factor is how well the structure and its contents are prepared for a major shaking."

To read this article, click on the link below:

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An Earthquake is Coming
"The next big earthquake is not a matter of if; it’s a matter of when. No one can predict exactly when, but the devastation 10 years ago in Los Angeles was a demonstration of what to expect when it does."

To read this article, click on the link below:

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Earthquake Information Links
We recommend the following sites for more information on earthquake readiness, however, the views and facts expressed on these sites are not endorsed by LaRocca Inspections.

www.ocfa.org/docs/earthquaketips.doc

www.earthchangestv.com/survival/rceq.htm

www.seismo-watch.com

www.earthquake.usgs.gov

www.fema.gov

www.redcrossla.org

www.redcross.org

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