Loma Prieta Earthquake 35th Anniversary Compilation
Take Action! This year's International ShakeOut Day is on October 17th, the same day as the Loma Prieta earthquake that occurred in 1989. The best way to stay safe during an earthquake is knowing what to do when the ground starts shaking. Check out the resources below for ways to practice and prepare for an earthquake. Retrospective Interviews On October 17, 1989, at 5:04 pm a magnitude M6.9 earthquake struck near Loma Prieta, California. It was a tragic reminder of the destructive power of earthquakes. However, it was also a watershed moment in seismic research. 30 years later, we revisit