Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable products securely in closed cabinets with latches and on bottom shelves. Under sturdy furniture such as a heavy desk or table. Against an inside wall. Away from where glass could shatter around windows, mirrors, pictures, or where heavy bookcases or other heavy furniture could fall over. In the open, away from buildings, trees, telephone and electrical lines, overpasses, or elevated expressways.
Family safety Make sure all family members know how to respond after an earthquake.
Teach all family members how and when to turn off gas, electricity, and water. Contact your local emergency management office or American Red Cross chapter for more information on earthquakes. Develop an emergency communication plan. After a disaster, it's often easier to call long distance. Make sure everyone in the family knows the name, address, and phone number of the contact person.