While earthquakes are not a common occurrence in Kansas, they do
happen. According to the USGS website, an area in western
Kansas, was shaken with a level V earthquake on October 27,
1904. With higher magnitude earthquakes rocking the globe, it
makes sense that Wichitan parents might feel a sense of unease.
Childless singles may be fearful as well, but having small
people to care for in the midst of a natural disaster certainly
brings an added element to distress. Most Wichitans know how to
react to tornado warnings; we are well schooled in that. But few
really know what to do in an earthquake. Preparedness: Ready.gov
lists various things citizens should do to prepare for an
earthquake, such as: securely fasten shelves to walls, put large
or heavy objects on lower shelves, make sure electrical wiring
and gas lines are in good shape, locate safety zones within the
home -such as under a large table, etc. You might do drills at
home with your children to make sure they understand what to do.
During an earthquake