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California's Great ShakeOut Drill Prepares 10.3 Million for Quake

10/16/2025

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On October 16, 2025, California will conduct the annual Great ShakeOut drill at 10:16 a.m., as participants practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On to prepare for a 7.8-magnitude earthquake on the San Andreas fault.
The drill aims to enhance earthquake preparedness and safety awareness, with schools, businesses, and government offices participating and over 10.3 million registered participants.
A mobile earthquake simulator has toured California to provide a realistic seismic experience.

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On October 16, 2025, California will conduct the annual Great ShakeOut drill at 10:16 a.m., as participants practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On to prepare for a 7.8-magnitude earthquake on the San Andreas fault.
The drill aims to enhance earthquake preparedness and safety awareness, with schools, businesses, and government offices participating and over 10.3 million registered participants.
A mobile earthquake simulator has toured California to provide a realistic seismic experience.