Earthquake Safety at Boys and Girls Club

Martinez Area CERT applied for and received two grants from Earthquake Country Alliance to provide emergency supplies for the Boys and Girls Club in Martinez. The first grant was called “Secure my Space” and involved devices to lock down and secure computers monitors, TV screens, shelves, filing cabinets, drawers and wall cabinet doors. The second grant award was for emergency supplies, medical kits, food, water pouches, flashlights, radios, and other supplies to support up to 30 persons.

CERT volunteers installed over 80 securing devices to the Club’s electronics, furniture and cabinets. This installation project completes the first phase of the preparedness grant by making the site equipment earthquake safe.

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Do you have the skills to survive an emergency?
During a major disaster, First Responders will be overwhelmed and may likely have delayed response time. Do you have the skills you need to fend for yourself for a few hours? A few days? A week? Martinez Area CERT offers free training, short classes, drills, radio practice, and more. The Spring 2026 class schedule is here. Take the whole course or only the classes of interest. We look forward to seeing you! Register here.