International ShakeOut Day is always the third Thursday of October (this year: October 21). While COVID-19 has brought many uncertainties and challenges, one thing’s for sure: ShakeOut is still happening this year!

Living in the Bay Area is a region of great beauty and diversity. It is also a region highly vulnerable to natural hazards like earthquakes, fires and extreme weather. It is up to each of us to plan, prepare and take steps to lessen the impact of disasters on our family and loved ones.