Californians will practice response to earthquake

Thousands of students, residents and employees throughout the county will take part Nov. 13 in the Great Southern California Shake-Out, the largest earthquake preparedness drill in history.

The event will simulate a response to a magnitude 7.8 earthquake on the south side of the San Andreas Fault, which experts say could kill hundreds and injure thousands.

At 10:30 a.m., participants will “Drop, Cover and Hold On” while radio and television stations broadcast an emergency alert system.

A variety of public and private school are slated to participate in the event, including Huntington Beach City School District, Huntington Beach Union High School District, Ocean View School District, St. Bonaventure School, Grace Lutheran School and LePort Montessori School.

For more information and instructions, visit www.oes.ca.gov.

— Candice Baker