Earthquakes occur without warning, there are no visible signs of
an impending tremor. The extensive fault system in California
puts all businesses, residents, and visitors at risk. The danger
can be mitigated with preparation.
Hospital and government entities should establish comprehensive
emergency plans for tsunami-prone communities.
The evacuation of affected individulas before the
arrival of the first tsunami wave should be a priority when a
tsunami alert is issued.
Well-developed plans rely on collaboration and simulation to
ensure relocation of affected persons to safe areas
(such as shelters) and/or planning for appropriate escape routes.
The inclusion of tsunami hazard and damage scenarios should
be included (when appropriate) to identify suitable
shelters, determine escape routes and consider
the possibility of debris accumulation which can affect
accessiblity of established routes.
California is currently experiencing one of the most severe
droughts on record. In January 2014 Governor Brown declared a
drought State of Emergency and directed state officials to take
all necessary actions to prepare for water shortages. Governor
Brown issued an extension of that executive order in November
2015, calling for additional actions to build on the state’s
ongoing response to record dry conditions.