On Thursday, October 18th at 10:18 a.m.*, millions of people throughout the state will participate in the 2012 Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill!
In 2011, more than 8.6 million Californians participated by practicing Drop, Cover, and Hold On and improving their overall preparedness.
Registration for 2012 will open on
How to Participate
Information for how to get prepared, to survive, and to recover quickly
Who Participated in 2011?
Lists by county, area, & category
ShakeOut Resources
Audio and video broadcasts, manuals, posters, & much more
Share your ShakeOut!
Your photos, videos, and stories
Countdown to ShakeOut for Organizations (200 KB PDF)
Preparedness Guide
for People with Disabilities and Access and Functional Needs
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
ShakeOut E-mail Updates
New! Detailed Information about how to become a ShakeOut Sponsor!