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Countless men, women and children have experienced the tragic nature of an earthquake and have survived and thrived. The following guide is designed to help you navigate your journey with the best information and resources that helped other survivors when they faced the same challenge.

Earthquakes are unpredictable.  While there are certain regions that are more prone to earthquakes than others, earthquakes can (and have) struck almost every country and region. Earthquakes are an unpreventable natural disaster. While they can't be stopped, you can protect yourself by preparing for small to medium-size quakes.

Earthquake Preparedness Tips [PDF File]

Your earthquake experience will depend on where you live, the type of structure that you live in, where the epicenter of the quake is, and the magnitude of the shock. To learn more about earthquakes, visit the Southern California Earthquake Center site. While the site is focused on Southern California, the information is relevant for all regions of the world.

Earthquake Facts From The Southern California Earthquake Center

Earthquake insurance is now separate from most homeowners' policies and involves an additional cost.  Find out more about earthquake insurance:

• MSN.com: Get the Facts on Earthquake Insurance
• The California Earthquake Authority

After an earthquake, there are several things you should and should not do:

UC Davis: What to Do and Not Do After an Earthquake
When you've survived a major earthquake, you can count your blessings that you're still alive. But at the same time, the emotions associated with surviving a major quake can be overwhelming during and after the experience.

SeattlePI.com: After the quake, some find life on terror firma a little shakier

Earthquake Myths

• Big quakes always happen in the early morning.
• Earthquakes occur during “earthquake weather.”
• When an earthquake happens, a chasm may open up along the fault, and anybody standing over the fault will fall in and be swallowed-up by the violent earth.

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