Loma Prieta Commemoration
Watch videos of the USGS Press Conference and the Great ShakeOut.
Members
Our members include: scientists and engineers; non-profit organization and business leaders; community groups and activists; federal, state, and local government leaders and agencies; and others who share our passion to reduce earthquake risk in California. Join us today.
The Great California ShakeOut
On October 15, 2009, millions of people throughout California will participate at work, school, and home in the ShakeOut Drill, the largest earthquake preparedness activity in U.S. history.
Loma Prieta Earthquake
Loma Prieta Activities
Various activities and events are planned to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Loma Prieta Earthquake in October 2009:
- Marina Earthquake Memorial
- The Big Rumble, San Francisco
- Santa Cruz ShakeOut—Dangers In Paradise
- Loma Prieta Earthquake Commemorative Symposium
Loma Prieta Stories
Many individuals and families have stories and memories related to this damaging earthquake. Read stories posted by others and share your own account of what transpired on October 17th, 1989.