Earthquakes Kids Earthquake Articles Ask the Expert!
Earthquakes can be very frightening. The best way to get over any fears you may have of earthquakes is to get answers to your questions. Some students at a school in Northern California had the chance to ask John Lahr of the United States Geological Survey some questions about earthquakes.
What Does a Search Dog do? In addition to the various land, sea, and air resources that are available, California Task Force One (CA-TF-1), managed for FEMA by the Los Angeles Fire Department, has several search dogs on its roster. Most of the k9s are owned by their handlers (not the department), and these individuals dedicate themselves to saving the lives of people trapped or buried during a disaster. They pay for all of their food, transport, and training out of their own pockets, so it is truly a labor of love. Let's see what these dogs do, and learn how they can help save YOU in the event of an earthquake or other disaster. Click Here. |
