LAFD's "Great Shake Out" Earthquake Drill Was A Success

LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Fire Department and MySafe:LA joined 8.6 million Californians and participated in the annual "Great California Shake Out" earthquake drill. This statewide event provides an opportunity for all to further prepare themselves for major earthquakes when they occur and how best to be protected for survival.

 

Thursday morning, October 20, 2011, Los Angeles Firefighters and members of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) conducted a "mock" rescue of two classrooms at Bushnell Elementary School. In this scenario, students were unable to evacuate after a "significant" earthquake. Fourth and fifth graders were educated about earthquake safety, preparedness and how to protect themselves by practicing Drop, Cover, and Hold On.

A live demonstration was provided by the Search and Rescue K9's, while the SoCal Gas Company presented additional safety information.

With almost 38 million people living in California, a considerable earthquake could cause unprecedented devastation. LAFD is devoted to ensure disasters do not become catastrophes.



Submitted by Erik Scott, Spokesman
Los Angeles Fire Department

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