OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — With Japan still dealing with the effects of its devastating earthquake and tsunami, Washington emergency management officials are inviting residents to participate in a statewide earthquake drill at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday.
It’s part of Disaster Preparedness Month in the state, as outlined in a proclamation from Gov. Chris Gregoire.
State officials offer separate fliers outlining how schools, businesses and residents at home can participate. The basics: “drop” under a desk or table, “cover” your head or neck with one hand and “hold” onto a desk leg with the other hand for two minutes.
Businesses and families are encouraged to develop emergency plans ahead of time and have emergency kits prepared.
Next month: Volcano Awareness.
