Great ShakeOut Drill - Thursday, October 15, 2026

On Thursday, October 15, at approximately 10:15 AM, the tsunami sirens will sound as part of the Great ShakeOut Drill, a nationwide exercise designed to raise awareness and encourage preparedness for earthquakes.

The siren will sound different from the normal monthly test. You should hear the “wailing” sound used to indicate a tsunami warning.

DO NOT BE ALARMED. THIS IS ONLY A DRILL.

You SHOULD, however, use this opportunity to practice the “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” protective action during this drill. 
This is also a good time to make sure you have an emergency kit or “go bag” ready in the event an actual emergency requires evacuation or leaves us without power and basic necessities. You should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 7 days.

• Prescription medications
• Water and nonperishable food
• Cash
• Eyeglasses or contact-lens supplies
• Flashlights and extra batteries
• Phone chargers or portable power banks
• First-aid supplies
• Important personal documents
• any other items you or your household would need during an emergency

For more information about the Great ShakeOut visit www.shakeout.org