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Earthquake Preparedness Presentation
by AGRC Emergency Committee

Monday, June 23 at 3:30 PM in B Building Community Room

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RESOURCES > DISASTER PLANNING > DISASTER PREP CLASSES (Class #7 updated 2/23/2024)
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• SEVEN DISASTER PREP CLASSES Wed 7PM Jan 10 to Feb 21, 2024
• YouTube Playlist for All Recorded Disaster Prep Classes
• Dropbox > AGRC 2024 > Disaster Planning 
  • All class documents and slides are listed by date.
• ​Link Tree Phone Apps, Alert Signups, Maps, and Misc Documents.
• More class details are on The Gardens Gazette
• ​2021 Disaster Prep Classes are Here.

​​Disaster Preparedness Classes Online
Started Jan 10, 2024 - Ended Feb 21, 2024
For 7 Consecutive Wednesday Evenings at 7:00pm to 7:30pm
Signup for Zoom classes to watch at home or join John W in B Craft Room 
Visit TheGardensGazette.org for this announcement and class updates.
Signup for occasional newsletter from Ann Forrest on disaster preparedness HERE
YouTube links will be added to the sessions below as they become available:

1. Jan 10: Seattle's hazards and why we prepare + What are the odds of a big earthquake?
2. Jan 17: What to do when the earth shakes + Smartphone apps to download now.
3. Jan 24: Water and what you need to know + Power outage lights
4. Jan 31: Managing utilities after a disaster + Sanitation
5. Feb 7: Communicating after a quake + Early earthquake warning system
6. Feb 14: Making a Plan + Building a "Get Home" bag
7. Feb 21: Working with Neighbors + Organizing with Community

The Zoom link will be the same for ALL classes.

Mark your calendar for every Wednesday 7PM between January 10th and February 21st

If you have to miss a session, no worries. Classes are recorded and a link to the YouTube
video is sent out a day or so after class to those who registered online.

After February, The Disaster Planning Group will schedule presentations again using the YouTube videos. We will add additional information.

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CLASS #1

• Jan 10, 2024: Seattle's hazards and why we prepare + What are the odds of a big. Class #1 earthquake?

All class video recordings are available HERE.  

​1-11-2024
To all,
The recording from class #1 can be viewed here.  YouTube Class Playlist > Class #1 
The Handout and Slides are (linked below.)
Please encourage neighbors to signup for class here
(https://signup.com/go/PPUBXVt).  There's still room...
Thanks,
Ann Forrest

Download Documents for Class #1

• Slides for Class #1
• Handout for Class #1
• Flyer of Preparedness Classes

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CLASS #2

• Jan 17: What to do when the earth shakes + Smartphone apps to download now. Class #2

All class video recordings are available HERE.  
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​Please revisit the LinkTree app HERE
Significant improvement and a few more resources!
The links and helpful information included in the chat during class is included on the LinkTree site.
- Free knot-tying apps
- Hazardous Material info for Android phones
- Information on downloading information behind the apps (maps and languages)
- Thanks to all who shared their knowledge during the class!

Class recordings are available HERE.  

Slides and Handout (linked below)

See you next Wednesday, Jan 24th!

Thanks,
Ann Forrest

Download Documents for Class #2

• Handout for Class #2
• Slides for Class #2

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CLASS #3

• Jan 24: Water and what you need to know + Power outage lights. Class #3​

All class video recordings are available HERE.  

Misc information:
1. Charge small electronics (phones) using a vehicle battery...  Amazon / 

2. How you can charge your phone 20-30 times off a vehicle battery and still have enough "juice" to start your vehicle...  https://www.techwalla.com/articles/for-how-long-can-a-car-battery-charge-a-cell-phone

3. Per a classmate...  some vehicles can charge a phone or other device from the cigarette lighter with the ignition off. For example, a Sprinter van has this feature.

4. A preparedness book suggested by a classmate...  Get Ready! How to Prepare for and Stay Safe after a Pacific Northwest Earthquake  

5. Bleach can be used to sanitize water for drinking.  Bleach will not remove contaminants such as fuel, lead, or pesticides.  If you can, print and tape to your hot water tank.  Or keep with other disaster preparedness materials.

Thanks,
Ann Forrest

Download Documents for Class #3

• Handout for Class #3
• Slides for Class #3
• ​Using bleach to sanitize water for drinking.
• Storing large quantities of potable water.
• ​Emergency Disinfection of Drinking Water.

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CLASS #4

• Jan 31: Managing utilities after a disaster + Sanitation:  Class #4​

All class video recordings are available HERE.  

Thanks,
Ann Forrest

Dropbox: Download Documents for Class #4

• Handout for Class #4
• Slides for Class #4
• Twin Bucket Toilet ​
• ​Portable Toilet Supplies on Amazon

Video Links for Class #4

• Class Presentation
• City of Seattle Gas Shut Off 1 
• Turning Off Electricity at the Circuit Box
• Twin Bucket Toilet - by Ann Forrest

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CLASS #5

• Feb 7: Communicating after a quake + Early earthquake warning system:  Class #5​

 After an earthquake... 
1. Check on people/pets around you
2. Manage utilities

• Natural Gas – Shut it off If you smell/hear a gas leak
• Electricity – Shut it off if you see damaged wires or smell insulation burning
• Water – Always turn it off after an earthquake until you know that it is safe to use!

3. Make contact with family/friends (Class #5)
4. Get more information (Class #5)

• All class video recordings are available HERE.  
• How to ensure "Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)" are turned on on your phone, read HERE.
• ​More web links are below.

Thanks,
Ann Forrest

Video Links for Class #5

• Class Presentation
• ShakeAlert Video (4:35)​
• iPhone Demonstration for WEA (11 seconds)
• More Here:
  • WEA Wireless Emergency Alerts
  • iPhone How to Turn on and Off Emergency Alerts (YouTube 1:37)

Dropbox: Download Documents for Class #5

• Handout for Class #5
• Slides for Class #5
• Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)
• More here

Install Phone App

• MyShake on your phone: iPhone | Android
• More here
  • WEA Wireless Emergency Alerts

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CLASS #6

• Feb 14: Making a Plan + Building a "Get Home" bag   Class #6​

• All class video recordings are available HERE.  

Thanks,
Ann Forrest

Video Links for Class #6

• Class Presentation
• School Reunification Plan
• More Here:

Dropbox: Download Documents for Class #6

• Handout for Class #6
• Slides for Class #6
• More here

Resources

• Download offline maps so your navigation apps will work offline (OsmAnd) & (Google)
• Consider an adapter to charge your phone directly from a car battery post.
  • These can be used with the adapter or for normal use inside the car.
    • USB C Car Charger Adapter
    • Multi Ports USB Car Charger
• more

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CLASS #7

• Feb 21: Working with Neighbors + Organizing with Community   Class #7​

• All class video recordings are available HERE.  

Thanks,
Ann Forrest

Video Links for Class #7

• Class Presentation
• More Here:

Dropbox: Download Documents for Class #7

• Handout for Class #7
• Slides for Class #7
• More here

Handout
Homework:
Gather with neighbors – prepare together!

• Contact Seattle’s Office of Emergency Management to request training for your neighbors.

Find the Emergency Communication Hub closest to you.

• Map available here... www.SeattleEmergencyHubs.org
• Reach out to the Hub Captain; ask to be included in upcoming events.
• Join the Hub network’s mailing list HERE

Hub Training – GREAT OPPORTUNITY!!

• Tuesday, Feb 27th, at 7pm – Wedgwood Presbyterian church (NE Seattle)
• ALL are welcome!
• Please RSVP here so we can have a headcount for room set up

Emergency Skills Fairs – Practice turning off your gas and so much more!

• Saturday, March 23rd, at 11am Loyal Heights Community Center (NW Seattle)
• Saturday, March 30th, at 10am Pinehurst Playground – Shelter House (NE Seattle)

Emergency Hub Mission:
   1. Gather and Share Information
   2. Match Haves and Needs
   3. Organize Volunteers
   4. Educate

Notes:

• West Seattle Emergency Hubs also host Hub training and Emergency Skills Fairs. I will relay information when they are scheduled. JW
• ​More information about Emergency Hubs.
• ​West Seattle Emergency Hubs map