I understand the aftermath of Andrew was much worse. The aftermath of the BIG ONE will be beyond imagining. Get out of it's way, don't try to out run it. Fear is not the enemy. Panic is the enemy.
Panic is fear without preparation.
Fear is your friend because it can get you off your butt and doing something useful. There is no place like home. You know your home, your neighborhood intimately. Your friends are likely to be nearby and will help you if they can. Being on home turf gives a psychological boost while being an intruder in unfamiliar terrain puts one at a distinct psychological disadvantage.