On Thursday, Oct. 16 at 10:16 a.m., Coyotes across all campuses will drop, cover, and hold on as part of the Great Nevada ShakeOut, a statewide earthquake preparedness drill designed to help Nevadans practice what to do during an earthquake.
As part of the Nevada System of Higher Education, CSN will join colleges and universities across the state for this annual safety event, which is part of a larger international effort to promote earthquake readiness and resilience.
Did you know? Nevada is the third most seismically active state in the United States, which means being ready for an earthquake isn’t just smart, it’s necessary.
At exactly 10:16 a.m., an earthquake alert will sound across campus through CSN’s emergency communication system. When it does, all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to immediately:
DROP to the ground (before the earthquake drops you)
COVER your head and neck with your arms, or get under a sturdy desk or table
HOLD ON until the shaking stops
If there’s no table or desk nearby, move next to an interior wall, crouch down, and protect your head and neck with your hands.
Whether you’re on campus, at home, or on the go, take a moment to join in the ShakeOut and make earthquake safety second nature.
For more tips and resources, visit ShakeOut.org/Nevada or Ready.gov/Earthquakes.