BOONE COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FEB 2019 February is Missouri Earthquake Awareness Month! Southeast Missouri is home to the New Madrid Seismic Zone (NMSZ). The NMSZ has produced some of the strongest earthquakes ever to rock North America. February 7 is the anniversary of the last of the earthquakes that struck the central U.S. in the winter of 1811-12. The Earthquakes of 1811-12 400 terrified residents in the town of New Madrid, Missouri were abruptly awakened by violent shaking and a tremendous roar. It was December 16, 1811, and it was the first of at least three very large (M7 or greater) earthquakes and thousands of aſtershocks to rock the region that winter, with the last occurring on February 7, 1812. Survivors reported that the earthquakes caused cracks to open in the earth’s surface, the ground to roll in visible waves, and large areas of land to sink or rise. The crew of the New Orleans (the first steamboat on the Mississippi, which was on her maiden voyage) reported mooring to an island only to awake in the morning and find that the island had disappeared below the waters of the Mississippi River. Damage was reported as far away as Charleston, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C. The seismic zone is sll acve today, averaging more than 200 small earthquakes each year. hp://cusec.org/new-madrid-seismic-zone/ As a reminder, Missouri observes Earthquake Awareness Month each February to emphasize the realisc likelihood of another catastrophic earthquake occurring in the NMSZ. While no one can predict exactly when an earthquake will occur, sciensts agree that large earthquakes in this zone sll pose a significant risk. Experts advise that when an earthquake occurs people should, “Drop, Cover and Hold On.” Drop to your knees, cover your head and get under a desk or table, and hold on unl the shaking stops. Studies show that falling debris is the most common source of injuries in an earthquake. The Boone County Office of Emergency Management wishes everyone a Happy Valennes Day! Check out the infographic below for some safety ps for your pets during the holiday.
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BOONE COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
FEB
2019
February is Missouri Earthquake Awareness Month!
Southeast Missouri is home to the New Madrid Seismic Zone (NMSZ). The NMSZ has produced some of the strongest earthquakes ever to rock North America. February 7 is the anniversary of the last of the earthquakes that struck the central U.S. in the winter of 1811-12.
The Earthquakes of 1811-12 400 terrified residents in the town of New Madrid, Missouri were abruptly awakened by violent shaking and a tremendous roar. It was December 16, 1811, and it was the first of at least three very large (M7 or greater) earthquakes and thousands of aftershocks to rock the region that winter, with the last occurring on February 7, 1812.
Survivors reported that the earthquakes caused cracks to open in the earth’s surface, the ground to roll in visible waves, and large areas of land to sink or rise. The crew of the New Orleans (the first steamboat on the Mississippi, which was on her maiden voyage) reported mooring to an island only to awake in the morning and find that the island had disappeared below the waters of the Mississippi River. Damage was reported as far away as Charleston, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C. The seismic zone is still active today, averaging more than 200 small earthquakes each year. http://cusec.org/new-madrid-seismic-zone/
As a reminder, Missouri observes Earthquake Awareness Month each February to emphasize the realistic likelihood of another catastrophic earthquake occurring in the NMSZ. While no one can predict exactly when an earthquake will occur, scientists agree that large earthquakes in this zone still pose a significant risk.
Experts advise that when an earthquake occurs people should, “Drop, Cover and Hold On.” Drop to your knees, cover your head and get under a desk or table, and hold on until the shaking stops. Studies show that falling debris is the most common source of injuries in an earthquake.
The Boone County Office of Emergency Management wishes everyone a Happy Valentines Day! Check out the infographic below for some safety tips for your pets during the holiday.
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Storm Spotter Training
The Boone County Office of Emergency Management in conjunction with the University of Missouri will be hosting the National Weather Services (NWS) Storm Spotter Training Thursday February 21, 2019 from 6:30—8:300PM on the MU campus at Memorial Student Union in Stotler Lounge. Storm Spotter Training is a free, community-wide training, though individuals must be 16 years of age or older to attend. Through this training citizens have the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the science behind severe storms. During this training, you will learn:
• Basics of thunderstorm development
• Fundamentals of storm structure
• Identifying potential severe weather features
• Information to report
• How to report information
• Basic severe weather safety
Registration for the course is not required, but for more information or questions, please contact Elizabeth Thompson, Training & Exercise Specialist, at 573-554-7910 or [email protected]
Community Emergency Response Team
(CERT) Basic Training
The Boone County Office of Emergency Management will be conducting CERT Basic Training through the month of March every Thursday and the last Saturday. This course is required to join the Boone County CERT. During this training, you will learn:
• CERT Organization
• Disaster Preparedness & Psychology
• Introduction to Incident Command
• CERT Response to Terrorism
• Fire Safety & Utility Controls
• Light Search & Rescue
• Disaster Medical Operations
To join the Boone County CERT, individuals must submit application to the CERT Program Manager for processing and background check. Upon completion, new members are awarded their training certificate and CERT equipment.
For application or more information, please contact Elizabeth Thompson, Training & Exercise Specialist, at 573-554-7910 or [email protected]
SECURE YOUR SPACE
by identifying hazards and securing movable items.
PLAN TO BE SAFE
by creating a disaster plan and deciding how you will
communicate in an emergency.
ORGANIZE DISASTER SUPPLIES
in convenient locations.
MINIMIZE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP
by organizing important documents, strengthening
your property, and considering insurance.
IMPROVE SAFETY
immediately after an earthquake by evacuating if necessary, helping the injured and preventing further injuries or damage.
DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON when the earth shakes.
Now that you and your family have created an emergency plan, it’s time to begin gathering resources for your emer-gency kit. The first item you should stock your kit with is — water.
Whether you live in the country or the city, your water supply relies on electricity to run the system. During a power outage you may find yourself without a way to get water. Your water supply can also become unsafe to drink. Both private wells and city water systems can be contaminated in a disaster.
You should stock at least a three-day supply per person in your household. The recommended amount per person is 3 gallons of water (one gallon per person per day). Also include an extra one gallon for a medium size pet. That one gallon should last three days, plan for more or less if your pet is very large or very small.
During an emergency, you should drink at least two quarts (one half gallon) of water a day. Drink 3-4 quarts a day if you are in a hot climate, pregnant, sick, or a child. Some of the water in your emergency water supply will be used for cooking or washing.
For more information about water safety and planning, visit https://www.do1thing.com!
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February 8: PHHS Small Pox Vaccination POD Exercise
February 12: Lincoln Day - County Offices Closed
February 14: CERT Monthly Training (Valentine’s Day)
February 18: Washington’s Birthday - County Offices Closed
February 21: NWS Storm Spotter Training
February 22: 2019 CERT Basic Training Applications Due
February 25: Safe Mizzou Coalition Meeting
February 28: ECC CPR/AED Training
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