On Monday, April 14, 2025, a 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near the mountain town of Julian, east of San Diego, shaking parts of Los Angeles and Orange counties. The tremors were felt widely, from the San Fernando Valley to Riverside, Palm Springs, and even parts of the Inland Empire. While the […]
In recent years, Long Beach has taken bold steps toward creating a more equitable and resilient city. Community forums, listening sessions, and equity initiatives have brought thousands of residents together to confront the realities of racial and socioeconomic disparities—and to find pathways toward meaningful change.
One area that often goes overlooked […]
Orange County has a lot to be proud of when it comes to disaster preparedness.
Back in October 2020, fast-moving wildfires driven by 90 mph winds in Silverado Canyon and Yorba Linda threatened thousands of homes and forced over 60,000 residents to evacuate. It could have been catastrophic—but the region was […]
The Santa Ana Mountain range in Orange County is a beautiful regional treasure, providing a spectacular backdrop to life in our area.
Beginning at the Whittier Fault and stretching south to the Santa Margarita River, major summits reach skyward, the mightiest being Modjeska (5,496 feet) and Santiago (5,689 feet) – which […]
Insurance protects your finances. Seismic retrofits protect lives—and your livelihood.
As an apartment owner, you’ve worked hard to build your assets. But with new research showing that San Diego is at even greater earthquake risk than previously thought, hoping for the best is not a reliable strategy. Proactive measures, like seismic […]
San Diego, known for its beautiful coastline and mild weather, is not immune to the risks posed by earthquakes. Situated near significant fault lines, the city and its residents face the ever-present threat of seismic activity. According to the Southern California Earthquake Center, there is a 60% chance of a […]
On January 17, 1994, Southern California awoke to devastation as the Northridge Earthquake shook the region. In just 20 seconds, a magnitude 6.7 tremor caused widespread destruction, altering lives and landscapes. Though Northridge was at the epicenter, the quake’s effects reverberated throughout Southern California, including nearby areas like Orange County. […]
The December magnitude 7.0 earthquake off California’s northern coast serves as a stark reminder of the seismic risks faced by communities across the state, including Long Beach. While this quake primarily triggered tsunami warnings for northern areas, the event highlights the critical importance of preparation. Long Beach, with its dense […]
In late September 2024, Long Beach hosted its annual Quake Heroes Earthquake Expo, a community-focused event designed to educate and prepare residents for the seismic risks Southern California faces. Held on Saturday, September 28 at the Recreation Park Community Center, the expo saw a strong turnout of local families, emergency professionals, […]
Few would consider a brewery as a source of earthquake resilience lessons, but Anheuser-Busch has substantial experience in this area. After its Van Nuys brewery sustained significant damage in the 1971 Sylmar earthquake, the company invested $11 million to retrofit the site’s structures for future seismic events—a decision that proved […]
