How can I hang paintings/framed prints in earthquake country and keep them relatively safe? [more inside]
posted on Jun 10, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm hunting for an old photo or video of an underwater fault line that opened during an earthquake, causing a shallow bay to begin visibly draining into the earth. I know i've seen it and I'm not the only one: link. I suspect it was the 1964 Alaska quake but I'm not sure. If I recall correctly, it is black and white and was taken from a ship floating in the bay at the time. Either my google skills are failing me or I saw it on television and not online, but I'm specifically hoping to find something online. Thanks in advance for any help here.
posted on Mar 6, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm looking for any information on a method of support for tall furniture (bookcases, etc) that doesn't involve attaching it to the wall, but instead goes from the top of the furniture to the ceiling and fixes it in place without drilling. Anyone out there have any ideas? [more inside]
posted on Jan 20, 2008 - 14 answers

What can I do to keep my LCD TV safe in an earthquake? [more inside]
posted on Aug 13, 2007 - 6 answers

Where can I find out about a recent (read 4:45 Pacific Time) Berkeley, CA earthquake? Any live surveying website available? (It was huge and I'm nervous for no rational reason)
posted on Jul 20, 2007 - 25 answers

Seismologists: how likely is a major Pacific Northwest earthquake? The Canadian Geological Survey seems to think a big quake is likely. The Pacific Geoscience Center thinks the probability went up, but is still very low. [more inside]
posted on Feb 5, 2007 - 5 answers

Anyone know anything about seismic upgrades? We own a 40 year old house in the SF Bay Area, love it, and plan to live in it for years and years to come. However, it's a 1.5 story house built against a hill, with the majority of the house sitting above a two car garage. There's... [more inside]
posted on Dec 24, 2006 - 2 answers

I want to retrofit my early-60's rambler so it's less likely to kill me during an earthquake (and so I can get earthquake insurance). Any recommendations for companies or contractors in the Seattle area?
posted on Oct 18, 2006 - 4 answers

Hawaii has had an earthquake. I need some info sources for a friend there who is still able to get thru (to NJ) by phone. Toss me anything useful you've got and I'll do a quick sort and pass on whatever she needs. Many thanks in advance!
posted on Oct 15, 2006 - 10 answers

How often can you feel small earthquakes in Southern California? My girlfriend thinks I'm crazy, but I'm often convinced I've felt a small earthquake. Are there degrees of earthquake perception for different people? [more inside]
posted on Oct 13, 2006 - 27 answers

How much should I worry about earthquakes when looking at apartments in Seattle? [more inside]
posted on Jul 6, 2006 - 16 answers

I just bought a house in St. Louis. Earthquake coverage or no?
posted on Dec 28, 2005 - 13 answers

Disaster filter: So, I live in an earthquake zone and am looking for a new apartment. What floor should I live on? [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2005 - 15 answers

Doug Copp advocates finding a Triangle of Life and gives up to 10 tips for an earthquake situation that will ensure maximum survival of the people involved. But his findings and tips has been discredited by the American Red Cross (ARC) who sees it as challenge to their "Drop, Cover and Hold On" safety advice as applied to its use in USA. It said that buildings in the States are constructed to a higher standard which makes the DC&HO method , the one to use. I would have thought if the standards are all that stringent , finding a triangle of life would be much easier and ensure a greater survival quotient in the States, if it was the drilled into the students. [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2005 - 4 answers

Is there a big earthquake in California's near future? [more inside]
posted on Jun 16, 2005 - 27 answers

I'm sure you've all heard the news that thousands are dead in Asia after a massive earthquake struck near Indonesia. My brother is among the missing and we're desperately trying to find out if he's OK. If you're in the region or have experience with contacting loved ones after an event like this, please read on. I need your help
posted on Dec 26, 2004 - 22 answers

How do I keep my tall bookshelves from falling over during an earthquake? [More inside]
posted on Nov 15, 2004 - 13 answers