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  • g under pg under p Posts: 18,196
    Well we all live in this country and no matter where in this country one live there's a possibility of a natural disaster. West coast you've got earthquakes, mudslides, forest fires and drought. Central America (USA) tornadoes, drought and heat waves. East coast you can have hurricanes and floods....I may have missed some but being S. FL give me hurricanes at least I have time to prepare and get the hell out of dodge.

    Good luck out there.

    Peace
    *We CAN bomb the World to pieces, but we CAN'T bomb it into PEACE*...Michael Franti

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  • hedonisthedonist Posts: 24,524
    Good morning, GF.

    Having been born and raised and living in earthquake country, I fluctuate between worrying what could happen, and saying "fuck it" to said worrying.

    It does nothing (but I do hope Arizona Bay will welcome my husband and me =) )

    Where are you heading?
  • MayDay10MayDay10 Posts: 11,727
    g under p said:

    Well we all live in this country and no matter where in this country one live there's a possibility of a natural disaster. West coast you've got earthquakes, mudslides, forest fires and drought. Central America (USA) tornadoes, drought and heat waves. East coast you can have hurricanes and floods....I may have missed some but being S. FL give me hurricanes at least I have time to prepare and get the hell out of dodge.

    Good luck out there.

    Peace

    not me.

    We get the snow sometimes but it melts. Other than that, we dont have anything.... we also do not have bugs and snakes that can kill you
  • g under pg under p Posts: 18,196
    MayDay10 said:

    g under p said:

    Well we all live in this country and no matter where in this country one live there's a possibility of a natural disaster. West coast you've got earthquakes, mudslides, forest fires and drought. Central America (USA) tornadoes, drought and heat waves. East coast you can have hurricanes and floods....I may have missed some but being S. FL give me hurricanes at least I have time to prepare and get the hell out of dodge.

    Good luck out there.

    Peace

    not me.

    We get the snow sometimes but it melts. Other than that, we dont have anything.... we also do not have bugs and snakes that can kill you
    Well I grew up in Boston, MA as a youth and loved it there. The snow and ice-hockey etc then we moved to Charleston/Goose Creek SC. I absolutely hated what you said snakes/bugs and lizards (note I once lived in Jamaica as a really young youth). I was talking about our weather here in FL with a co-worker and there's been no major canes since 2006. We had one come through 3 years ago that almost turned Palm Beach County into a lake. Anyway, we said we are due for a direct major CAT-3/4 hurricane this year or next. Scary thought but I'll be prepped and ready to go somewhere far from it. I'm only 5 miles from the beach so I'll feel the effects of a major storm.

    Peace
    *We CAN bomb the World to pieces, but we CAN'T bomb it into PEACE*...Michael Franti

    *MUSIC IS the expression of EMOTION.....and that POLITICS IS merely the DECOY of PERCEPTION*
    .....song_Music & Politics....Michael Franti

    *The scientists of today think deeply instead of clearly. One must be sane to think clearly, but one can think deeply and be quite INSANE*....Nikola Tesla(a man who shaped our world of electricity with his futuristic inventions)


  • brianluxbrianlux Posts: 42,038
    This reminds me of how all my life I've heard people say California is going to split off and sink into the ocean in a huge Quake. We live about two hours inland at 2000 feet. I figure that should give us a nice ocean view. Bring it on! Hahaha!

    And GF, if you're moving too avoid one natural occurrence (what some humans call "disasters") what will you be trading the earthquakes for? Tornadoes? Floods? Ma Nature always has something cooking!
    “The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man [or woman] who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.”
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  • PJ_SoulPJ_Soul Posts: 49,954
    edited July 2015
    A huge west coast earthquake has been coming for as long as I can remember (and yes, I do worry about "the big one" a little bit... but whaddaya gonna do?? I just look around whatever room I'm in to take note of escape routes and sturdy things to get under. That's about all I can do... besides having emergency supplies ready, of course. I do have an emergency pack in my office under my desk (standard for all staff). Nothing at home, really. I should probably get on that, just in case).
    Post edited by PJ_Soul on
    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
  • g under pg under p Posts: 18,196
    PJ_Soul said:

    A huge west coast earthquake has been coming for as long as I can remember (and yes, I do worry about "the big one" a little bit... but whaddaya gonna do?? I just look around whatever room I'm in to take note of escape routes and sturdy things to get under. That's about all I can do... besides having emergency supplies ready, of course. I do have an emergency pack in my office under my desk (standard for all staff). Nothing at home, really. I should probably get on that, just in case).

    Yeah that would be a good idea....cause under some panic situations our brains seem to not function as well. I'm just thinking if a big cane is heading our way what important things would I throw in My truck. Hmmmm, my bicycle, (I'm on my bike more than I'm in my truck) my orchids and lots of water/Perrier.

    Peace

    *We CAN bomb the World to pieces, but we CAN'T bomb it into PEACE*...Michael Franti

    *MUSIC IS the expression of EMOTION.....and that POLITICS IS merely the DECOY of PERCEPTION*
    .....song_Music & Politics....Michael Franti

    *The scientists of today think deeply instead of clearly. One must be sane to think clearly, but one can think deeply and be quite INSANE*....Nikola Tesla(a man who shaped our world of electricity with his futuristic inventions)


  • Godfather.Godfather. Posts: 12,504
    brianlux said:

    This reminds me of how all my life I've heard people say California is going to split off and sink into the ocean in a huge Quake. We live about two hours inland at 2000 feet. I figure that should give us a nice ocean view. Bring it on! Hahaha!

    And GF, if you're moving too avoid one natural occurrence (what some humans call "disasters") what will you be trading the earthquakes for? Tornadoes? Floods? Ma Nature always has something cooking!</blockquot

    work related, the big reason I want to leave cali is the huge cost of living..I'll deal with the other disasters as they come.

    Godfather.

  • PJ_SoulPJ_Soul Posts: 49,954
    edited July 2015
    g under p said:

    PJ_Soul said:

    A huge west coast earthquake has been coming for as long as I can remember (and yes, I do worry about "the big one" a little bit... but whaddaya gonna do?? I just look around whatever room I'm in to take note of escape routes and sturdy things to get under. That's about all I can do... besides having emergency supplies ready, of course. I do have an emergency pack in my office under my desk (standard for all staff). Nothing at home, really. I should probably get on that, just in case).

    Yeah that would be a good idea....cause under some panic situations our brains seem to not function as well. I'm just thinking if a big cane is heading our way what important things would I throw in My truck. Hmmmm, my bicycle, (I'm on my bike more than I'm in my truck) my orchids and lots of water/Perrier.

    Peace

    Well, evacuating before an earthquake isn't an option, so it's only the aftermath that we have to worry about over here. Therefore, losing our brains is only a problem when it comes to how we act when the earthquake starts. I have only experienced one earthquake in my life here, back in 2001. I am happy to report that I handled it very well. I acted fast and wrapped my mind around what was happening immediately. I felt very in control, and I was under the sturdiest thing in the room with a chair in front of me to block any flying glass from windows blowing in within probably 4 seconds *pats self on back* So I'm happy to know that I can keep a cool head in an earthquake. However, I saw other people just standing there like idiots for a fairly unbelievable amount of time. By the time their minds processed what was even happening, the event was over, lol. If that had been a much bigger earthquake, they would possibly have been hurt or dead before they even knew what hit them. Nothing you can do about not being able to comprehend that a disaster is unfolding around you! But if you survive that part, definitely good to have enough to manage for a few days to a week. I saw a really good emergency pack online the other day. A bunch of supplies that are stored in a bucket, and the bucket serves as a portable toilet (with a seat). Only $80. I think I might get that for home.
    Post edited by PJ_Soul on
    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
  • jeffbrjeffbr Posts: 7,177
    If you get a chance, read the New Yorker article that started this discussion over the past week. It is a pretty interesting read, especially if you're in the Pacific Northwest.

    I find it all fascinating, but can't get too stressed about it. There is no telling when it will actually hit, and whether I'll even still be alive at that time. Having the discussion is great, though. It has caused me to evaluate our plans, and stressed the need for an emergency kit, which I've procrastinated doing since the last significant earthquake we had in 2001. I guess I better get on that!
    "I'll use the magic word - let's just shut the fuck up, please." EV, 04/13/08
  • Last-12-ExitLast-12-Exit Posts: 8,661
    Don't forget about the bitter cold. And by bitter cold, I'm talking about anything below 60°F. That's everywhere but south Florida.
  • PJ_SoulPJ_Soul Posts: 49,954
    I currently have a 1 gallon milk jug filled with 5 year old water in my storage room. That's it. Yeah, I better get on it too! :tongue:
    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
  • hedonisthedonist Posts: 24,524
    jeffbr said:

    If you get a chance, read the New Yorker article that started this discussion over the past week. It is a pretty interesting read, especially if you're in the Pacific Northwest.

    I find it all fascinating, but can't get too stressed about it. There is no telling when it will actually hit, and whether I'll even still be alive at that time. Having the discussion is great, though. It has caused me to evaluate our plans, and stressed the need for an emergency kit, which I've procrastinated doing since the last significant earthquake we had in 2001. I guess I better get on that!

    This is how I (have forced myself to) think as well. We have a reserve of water, cat litter, cat food and a few non-perishables but that's it. Tossed a 20-year old kit a few months ago and trying to gauge what we may or may not need is overwhelming.

    Figure cell service will be out as well. Woo-hoo!

  • jeffbrjeffbr Posts: 7,177
    hedonist said:

    jeffbr said:

    If you get a chance, read the New Yorker article that started this discussion over the past week. It is a pretty interesting read, especially if you're in the Pacific Northwest.

    I find it all fascinating, but can't get too stressed about it. There is no telling when it will actually hit, and whether I'll even still be alive at that time. Having the discussion is great, though. It has caused me to evaluate our plans, and stressed the need for an emergency kit, which I've procrastinated doing since the last significant earthquake we had in 2001. I guess I better get on that!

    This is how I (have forced myself to) think as well. We have a reserve of water, cat litter, cat food and a few non-perishables but that's it. Tossed a 20-year old kit a few months ago and trying to gauge what we may or may not need is overwhelming.

    Figure cell service will be out as well. Woo-hoo!

    That's about where I am. A bit of non-perishable food, some water, some dog food, batteries, etc.. But nothing I'd consider complete. Cell phone service will definitely be tricky. Even if the earthquake doesn't take out infrastructure, the system will be overwhelmed and unusable. Couldn't get a connection at all in 2001 just due to volume of users on the system.
    "I'll use the magic word - let's just shut the fuck up, please." EV, 04/13/08
  • Jason PJason P Posts: 19,138
    The Rock is gonna lay the smackdown on that candy ass earthquake!

    The Rock is gonna go down Know Your Role Boulevard, hang that right at Jabroni Drive, and proceed to check that earthquakes's candy ass in at the Smackdown Hotel. Know you role and shut your mouth.

    If you smell... what the Rock is cookin'!

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  • Drowned OutDrowned Out Posts: 6,056
    PJ_Soul said:

    g under p said:

    PJ_Soul said:

    A huge west coast earthquake has been coming for as long as I can remember (and yes, I do worry about "the big one" a little bit... but whaddaya gonna do?? I just look around whatever room I'm in to take note of escape routes and sturdy things to get under. That's about all I can do... besides having emergency supplies ready, of course. I do have an emergency pack in my office under my desk (standard for all staff). Nothing at home, really. I should probably get on that, just in case).

    Yeah that would be a good idea....cause under some panic situations our brains seem to not function as well. I'm just thinking if a big cane is heading our way what important things would I throw in My truck. Hmmmm, my bicycle, (I'm on my bike more than I'm in my truck) my orchids and lots of water/Perrier.

    Peace

    Well, evacuating before an earthquake isn't an option, so it's only the aftermath that we have to worry about over here. Therefore, losing our brains is only a problem when it comes to how we act when the earthquake starts. I have only experienced one earthquake in my life here, back in 2001. I am happy to report that I handled it very well. I acted fast and wrapped my mind around what was happening immediately. I felt very in control, and I was under the sturdiest thing in the room with a chair in front of me to block any flying glass from windows blowing in within probably 4 seconds *pats self on back* So I'm happy to know that I can keep a cool head in an earthquake. However, I saw other people just standing there like idiots for a fairly unbelievable amount of time. By the time their minds processed what was even happening, the event was over, lol. If that had been a much bigger earthquake, they would possibly have been hurt or dead before they even knew what hit them. Nothing you can do about not being able to comprehend that a disaster is unfolding around you! But if you survive that part, definitely good to have enough to manage for a few days to a week. I saw a really good emergency pack online the other day. A bunch of supplies that are stored in a bucket, and the bucket serves as a portable toilet (with a seat). Only $80. I think I might get that for home.
    You don't mention a tsunami in your aftermath....that would def be the most devastating part of the whole scenario. Do you live on, or have the ability to get to high ground in a hurry? When I lived in White Rock, I imagined it hitting every time I went thru the Massey tunnel.....
    I was in a Tofino a short time ago - those tsunami evacuation route signs are a bit unnerving.
    Hope this long-overdue quake can wait at least another couple of weeks...headed your way again for August long.
  • PJ_SoulPJ_Soul Posts: 49,954
    edited July 2015
    Drowned Out said:

    PJ_Soul said:

    g under p said:

    PJ_Soul said:

    A huge west coast earthquake has been coming for as long as I can remember (and yes, I do worry about "the big one" a little bit... but whaddaya gonna do?? I just look around whatever room I'm in to take note of escape routes and sturdy things to get under. That's about all I can do... besides having emergency supplies ready, of course. I do have an emergency pack in my office under my desk (standard for all staff). Nothing at home, really. I should probably get on that, just in case).

    Yeah that would be a good idea....cause under some panic situations our brains seem to not function as well. I'm just thinking if a big cane is heading our way what important things would I throw in My truck. Hmmmm, my bicycle, (I'm on my bike more than I'm in my truck) my orchids and lots of water/Perrier.

    Peace

    Well, evacuating before an earthquake isn't an option, so it's only the aftermath that we have to worry about over here. Therefore, losing our brains is only a problem when it comes to how we act when the earthquake starts. I have only experienced one earthquake in my life here, back in 2001. I am happy to report that I handled it very well. I acted fast and wrapped my mind around what was happening immediately. I felt very in control, and I was under the sturdiest thing in the room with a chair in front of me to block any flying glass from windows blowing in within probably 4 seconds *pats self on back* So I'm happy to know that I can keep a cool head in an earthquake. However, I saw other people just standing there like idiots for a fairly unbelievable amount of time. By the time their minds processed what was even happening, the event was over, lol. If that had been a much bigger earthquake, they would possibly have been hurt or dead before they even knew what hit them. Nothing you can do about not being able to comprehend that a disaster is unfolding around you! But if you survive that part, definitely good to have enough to manage for a few days to a week. I saw a really good emergency pack online the other day. A bunch of supplies that are stored in a bucket, and the bucket serves as a portable toilet (with a seat). Only $80. I think I might get that for home.
    You don't mention a tsunami in your aftermath....that would def be the most devastating part of the whole scenario. Do you live on, or have the ability to get to high ground in a hurry? When I lived in White Rock, I imagined it hitting every time I went thru the Massey tunnel.....
    I was in a Tofino a short time ago - those tsunami evacuation route signs are a bit unnerving.
    Hope this long-overdue quake can wait at least another couple of weeks...headed your way again for August long.
    I'm not worried about it personally. Pretty sure Vancouver Island would actually protect a large portion of metro Van. So everyone on the island is fucked of course, and I'm told Richmond is fucked even if there isn't a Tsunami. It will turn to jelly and sink. Same with the False Creek area, which is all built on fake land.
    Post edited by PJ_Soul on
    With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
  • rr165892rr165892 Posts: 5,697
    As G said we have warning with a hurricane.But an ounce vigilance can go a long way.I always keep a go bag with fire starting materials,para cord,waterproof stuff for phone and such,solar charger,couple survival and first aid handbooks,flashlight,etc.Hope I never need any of it.
    We always have 10 gal gas,propane,Batteries ,loaded shot gun,week supply of food(pnut butter,almonds,oatmeal,jam,soups,protein powders and food supplements)

  • brianluxbrianlux Posts: 42,038
    Here are some handy tips for anyone caught in a major earthquake:

    -If you are under an overpass, GET OUT OF YOUR CAR and lie next to it. Many people died in the Loma Prieta earthquake because they were crushed inside their car rather than being next to it and letting the vehicle take the blow.

    -The old "stand in a doorway" thing is a bad idea. Doorways often collapse sideways and crush the victim. If you can't get out of the building quickly, you're better off getting low next to a heavy piece of furniture like a bed or a desk and let that take the blow.

    -If you are outside near tall buildings, get away from them. Falling glass kills in big city earthquakes. Tall building in downtown S.F. have huge amounts of glass.

    -If you are at the ocean and you see the water being sucked out to sea much more quickly and in greater amount than normal, get to high ground fast! This kind of wave activity is likely to be followed by a tsunami.

    I keep these things in mind but I don't stress about quakes except when I'm on a bridge in the Bay Area. I always get a bit tense on those damn things and then heave a big sigh of relief on the other side. I always picture that big chunk of the Bay Bridge that broke off in the Loma Prieta quake. Otherwise, I just don't worry. The worst quake for me was being in a basement and a good quake made me super motion sick. Nearly heaved my lunch!



    “The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man [or woman] who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.”
    Variously credited to Mark Twain or Edward Abbey.













  • rr165892rr165892 Posts: 5,697
    Well that sounds like fun!!
    But real good advice Brian.I remember in 92 when I briefly was living in Portland, I always/only thought about quakes when traveling over the I-5 bridge and I forgot the Other bridge that runs over the Willamette.But when stopped on bridge in heavy traffic,freaky.
  • josevolutionjosevolution Posts: 29,565
    Well this is something your guns can't help you with GF can't fight off Mother Nature ...good luck holding on
    jesus greets me looks just like me ....
  • riotgrlriotgrl Posts: 1,895
    Well, you can't go to Missouri, IL, KY, TN, MS. or AR to get away from earthquakes. New Madrid fault has tremors quite often (not compared to CA of course!) and we haven't had a large earthquake in a long time so geologists say that we are due a large quake....
    Are we getting something out of this all-encompassing trip?

    Seems my preconceptions are what should have been burned...

    I AM MINE
  • rr165892rr165892 Posts: 5,697
    riotgrl said:

    Well, you can't go to Missouri, IL, KY, TN, MS. or AR to get away from earthquakes. New Madrid fault has tremors quite often (not compared to CA of course!) and we haven't had a large earthquake in a long time so geologists say that we are due a large quake....

    RG,you guys get a little of all the love. flooding,some heat,some snow and Ice,Tornadoes,earthquakes,tropical moisture fronts stalling over you.Oh and lots and lots of Meth using fried mayonnaise ball eating simple folk.lol
  • Godfather.Godfather. Posts: 12,504
    josevolution said:

    Well this is something your guns can't help you with GF can't fight off Mother Nature ...good luck holding on

    no but my guns will keep the looters away......other than the ones piled up in the driveway.

    Godfather.

  • riotgrlriotgrl Posts: 1,895
    rr165892 said:

    riotgrl said:

    Well, you can't go to Missouri, IL, KY, TN, MS. or AR to get away from earthquakes. New Madrid fault has tremors quite often (not compared to CA of course!) and we haven't had a large earthquake in a long time so geologists say that we are due a large quake....

    RG,you guys get a little of all the love. flooding,some heat,some snow and Ice,Tornadoes,earthquakes,tropical moisture fronts stalling over you.Oh and lots and lots of Meth using fried mayonnaise ball eating simple folk.lol
    True! Lots of flooding this year - would love to send this rain to Cali! Apparently, meth is no longer the drug of choice amongst our hillbillies. Now it is something called flakka that is even worse than meth :/
    Are we getting something out of this all-encompassing trip?

    Seems my preconceptions are what should have been burned...

    I AM MINE
  • rgambsrgambs Posts: 13,576
    rr165892 said:

    riotgrl said:

    Well, you can't go to Missouri, IL, KY, TN, MS. or AR to get away from earthquakes. New Madrid fault has tremors quite often (not compared to CA of course!) and we haven't had a large earthquake in a long time so geologists say that we are due a large quake....

    RG,you guys get a little of all the love. flooding,some heat,some snow and Ice,Tornadoes,earthquakes,tropical moisture fronts stalling over you.Oh and lots and lots of Meth using fried mayonnaise ball eating simple folk.lol
    Hahaha you nailed it! It gets over 100F in the summer (with humidity as bad as most places), it gets under 0F in the winter (with more freezing rain than the east coast or north), we get more rain and cloudy days than Seattle, AND we have hillbillies eatin' Oxy's and smokin' Meth and Spice and praying to a God that only loves straight white protestants lol
    Monkey Driven, Call this Living?
  • Last-12-ExitLast-12-Exit Posts: 8,661
    edited July 2015
    They say Charleston is (over) due for a Haiti style quake. We sit on the same fault line. We are also well over due for a cat 3 or better hurricane. We haven't been hit (luckily) since Hugo in '89.
  • rr165892rr165892 Posts: 5,697
    Scott it's been eerily quiet during Hurricane season last few years.I got a feeling things are going to start getting shitty for us SE coasters this sept/October
  • Last-12-ExitLast-12-Exit Posts: 8,661
    rr165892 said:

    Scott it's been eerily quiet during Hurricane season last few years.I got a feeling things are going to start getting shitty for us SE coasters this sept/October

    You Floridians see many more storms than we do. Thankfully, for me anyways!
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