With the 100-year anniversary of the 1925 earthquake coming up at the end of June, now is a good time to prepare for the next big earthquake. Cal OES encourages Californians to take the time now to update their emergency plan, share any emergency preparedness lists with friends and family, and activate advance warnings on their devices to know when to take protective life-saving actions. Many things in life may catch us off guard, but knowing what to do when an earthquake strikes doesn’t have to! Cal OES provides free resources through Earthquake Warning California. These resources include the MyShake app, a free mobile device application that automates alerts before shaking occurs on earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater. Learn more at https://earthquake.ca.gov/.
1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 1925 Santa Barbara earthquake, the community is invited to attend a free, family-friendly street exhibition on June 28 from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. on the 1100 block of State Street and surrounding paseos. Enjoy live entertainment, educational exhibits, interactive displays, hands-on workshops, and themed surprises.
Highlights include:
- Earthquake simulator (experience a 7.0 quake!)
- Kid zone and history walk
- Earthquake-themed food and booths
- Stage events with musicians and storytellers
- Disaster preparedness info and resources
The 1925 earthquake and its aftermath truly transformed Santa Barbara. After the earthquake, Santa Barbarans rolled up their sleeves and rebuilt in ways that still endow it with a unique urban and architectural character.
The event is hosted by the EQ25 Alliance—a coalition of local nonprofits, agencies, and residents led by the Santa Barbara Conservancy. More info: https://eq25.org/event-calendar.
