This Earthquake Guide was compiled by the Alabama Emergency Management Agency as a public service. This document was prepared under a grant from FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate, U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Points of view or opinions expressed in this document are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of FEMA's Grant Programs Directorate or the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Disclaimer: The suggestions and illustrations included in this document are intended to improve earthquake awarenss and preparedness. However, they do not guarantee the safety of an individual or a structure. The writers, contributors, and sponsors of this handbook do not assume liability for any injury, death, property damage or other effect of an earthqua