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One of the most significant threats to Los Angeles are earthquakes. It isn't a matter of IF, but rather, a matter of WHEN. At some point, most likely within the coming 30 minutes or 30 years, a major earthquake will rip along one of the many dangerous faults that surround and even run underneath the City of Los Angeles. Our earthquake materials are designed to help you prepare for the "Big One."
  • Earthquake Videos   ( 3 Articles )
    Video clips, mini-documentaries, profiles, and information useful for anyone interested in earthquake safety.
  • Kids Earthquake Articles   ( 1 Article )
    Just for kids. There's lots of fun stuff you can learn about earthquakes and how to prepare for them.
  • Earthquake Articles   ( 6 Articles )
    General information on earthquakes and seismic activity in California.
  • Earthquake Education Articles   ( 3 Articles )
    For teachers and adults - information that will help you help others. Be prepared and survive the next big earthquake.
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PAU GASOL SAYS, "Hey, kids! Join the team and learn to be FireSmart:LA! It's fun and it's easy"
Join Los Angeles Lakers star Pau Gasol, MySafe:LA and the Los Angeles Fire Department as we work to share Fire Prevention Week with everyone in the City of Angels. The LAFD responds to an average of 100 Major Emergency Fires every month. Don't let your home be one of them. Learn about Smoke Alarms, Escape Plans and much more. And join Pau as he visits an LA area school! Maybe your school will be next! [ watch Pau Gasol school visit ].