The Recent Napa County Earthquake was probably not the last one that will occur in this area.
Earthquakes are a way of life in California.
The quake, of September 3, was not a major one. The next one could be much more severe, involving many more people and structures. Lives can be saved and damage to property reduced by taking action before the disaster occurs. The key elements of an effective disaster strategy are to take mitigation steps in advance, to maintain a checklist of supplies and to have a family plan of action when the disaster occurs. The earthquake action plan should include a list of the safe and unsafe areas in the home.