Lessons From The Northridge Quake of 1994
Imagine this: Several million people shaken out of bed at 4:31AM by a rolling, jolting killer earthquake. 60 people died. $20 billion dollars to repair the damage. And we’re told
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Imagine this: Several million people shaken out of bed at 4:31AM by a rolling, jolting killer earthquake. 60 people died. $20 billion dollars to repair the damage. And we’re told
It’s cold outside… Well, for California it’s cold. No matter – when we’re freezing, we want to keep warm. There are a bunch of things we should not do when it’s
Happy New Year from everyone at MySafe:LA. As we look towards a busy 2013, here are some thoughts on being safe during the coming year: First of all, remember that
Earlier today, MySafe:LA shared some important safety tips with people throughout southern California on CBS 2 News. Amber Lee did four live cut-ins on the morning show with MySafe:LA officers
This Sunday marks the end of daylight savings time. Daylight Saving Time (United States) began Sunday, March 11, 2012, 2:00am, and ends Sunday, November 4, 2012, 2:00am. (Except Arizona and
One of the suggested pieces of equipment that a home preparedness plan can include is a fire extinguisher. Fire extinguishers come in many types and sizes and it is important
MySafe:LA and your Los Angeles Fire Department ask: Do you have two ways out? It sounds simple, even silly – but it’s a question you must have an answer for.
To help people understand and prepare for “the Big One,” the Southern California Earthquake Center (SCEC) at USC heads up a worldwide initiative called “the Great Shakeout.” MySafe:LA focuses on
As we enter into the autumn months and the weather across the country changes from the dog days of summer into the wispy, breezy crisp fall nights, those of us
On behalf of everyone at MySafe:LA, we’d like to thank all of the schools, teachers, and students who participated in our September National Preparedness Month presentations. Knowing what to do
Last week I started the discussion on disaster preparedness and college students. I showed through history that college campuses have their fair share of disasters. Most campuses have science buildings,
One of the most stressful yet rewarding times for many parents is sending a child off to college. I just experienced this roller coaster of emotion as I helped to
Following Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s “Safer at Home” order issued on March 19, MySafe:LA has been working on alternative
The rapid explosion of the coronavirus throughout the world, including California and Los Angeles County, has forced MySafe:LA to suspend
Students a Gulf Elementary School were treated to a half day of fire and life safety activities as MySafe:LA delivered
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