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Preparedness Tsunami Tsunami

While in a Tsunami Hazard Zone… he first tsunami surge is not necessarily If you feel a large earthquake, take the following steps: Tthe highest, and the largest surge may occur hours after the first wave. It is not possible to predict how many surges or how much time will elapse between 1 During the quake… waves for a particular tsunami. DURING the earthquake: If indoors, DROP under a sturdy The entire California Coast is vulnerable table or object, COVER your head and neck and HOLD ON. to tsunami. If outdoors, move to a clear area if you can safely do so—away from trees, beach cliffs, signs and other hazards—and drop to the ground. If you have mobility impairments that prevent you from getting up on your own, do not drop to the ground but do cover your head and neck and hold on. Causes of Tsunami on California’s Central Coast 2 Move to high ground As soon as it is safe to move, go to higher ground. DO NOT WAIT for an official tsunami warning. Tsunami Caused By Earthquake Avoid downed power lines and weakened overpasses. Upward Wave If you are outside of a Tsunami Hazard Zone, stay where you are.

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Upward Wave Are YOU In a Tsunami Hazard Zone? Still Water Level Check the maps inside… Lithosphere Mantle The MAPS INSIDE indicate Tsunami Hazard Zones for the San Luis Obispo County Northern Coastline (Cambria, San Simeon and Northern Coast of County).