The so-called Big One, a massive earthquake looming in
California’s future, is not a manner of “if,” but “when,”
experts say. On Monday, a new tool to help save time and
possibly lives was introduced to thousands of residents in the
San Fernando Valley. Special Section: Earthquake Info, Maps,
Resources “It’s an absolute certainty for Los Angeles that we
are going to be facing big earthquakes in our future,” said Lucy
Jones, seismologist with the US Geological Survey. In the
aftermath of a major quake, first responders will work to get to
residents in need of help. In those crucial first moments, early
information and clear communication could be life-saving. “We
are launching OK/HELP, a free community preparedness tool,” said
LA Councilman Mitch Englander, 12th District. “We will start
with 50,000 distributed to local homes in the San Fernando
Valley.” The plan is to get a sign with “OK” emblazoned on one
side, and “HELP” scrawled on the other side to every household
in Los Angeles. After a massive earthquake