Thinking and planning about what you would do if there were an earthquake is the first step in being prepared to deal with an earthquake. That is why schools often have earthquake drills.

These drills let you practice what you would do if there were a real earthquake. There is no way to be 100% safe from the destructive forces of an earthquake, but there are many things you can do before, during, and after an earthquake to stay as safe as possible.

Being prepared before an earthquake hits is key. As with most natural disasters, there is no way to know when or where an earthquake is going to hit. There are many things you can do before an earthquake to help you deal with any destructive effects.

Well . . .you can make a safer environment, and learn what to do during an earthquake, prepare an earthquake kit, and develop an earthquake plan with your family.