Earthquake Preparedness
Governor Herbert Declares April 4 - 10 Earthquake Preparedness Week
Why is earthquake preparedness important in Utah?
Utah has experienced damaging earthquakes in the past and geologic evidence indicates that earthquakes larger than any experienced locally in historical time are likely in the future.
We must prepare for earthquakes because:
* Utah is a seismically active region
* A majority of Utah's population is concentrated in the areas of greatest hazard
* Many of Utah's older buildings and lifelines have low earthquake resistance
Utah's Earthquake Preparedness Guide
This guide explains what to do before, during and after and earthquake with all the latest information about Utah's earthquake threat.
Earthquake Preparedness Information
Duck, Cover and Hold!
Tips For Preparing Children
Tips For The Elderly
Preparing Your Family for An Earthquake
How To Secure Your Furniture
Tips for Apartment and Mobile Home Managers
Organizing Your Neighborhood
Tips For Pet Owners
Tips For The Physically Challenged
Other Links of Interest
University of Utah Seismograph Stations
U of U Seismogrpah Stations Earthquake Information Center
Utah Seismic Safety Commission
Utah Geological Survery
State of Utah Division of Homeland Security
Federal Emergency Management Agency