SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is highlighting earthquake preparedness this April, the second anniversary of a 5.4 magnitude earthquake that shook the state on April 18, 2008 with an epicenter in southeastern Illinois.
Agency director Andrew Velasquez says Illinoisans "can't be complacent" about earthquakes. He says while the greatest risk is in the southern part of the state, all Illinoisans should "be aware and learn how to stay safe." There are two seismic zones in southern Illinois, the New Madrid and the Wabash Valley.
Velasquez says making a disaster preparedness kit containing water, nonperishable food, flashlights and batteries along with other supplies is an important step.
Copyright 2010 The Associated Press.
Agency director Andrew Velasquez says Illinoisans "can't be complacent" about earthquakes. He says while the greatest risk is in the southern part of the state, all Illinoisans should "be aware and learn how to stay safe." There are two seismic zones in southern Illinois, the New Madrid and the Wabash Valley.
Velasquez says making a disaster preparedness kit containing water, nonperishable food, flashlights and batteries along with other supplies is an important step.
Copyright 2010 The Associated Press.
