Happy Holidays from Optimum Seismic!

OPTIMUM SEISMIC, INC.

DECEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER

Happy Holidays from Optimum Seismic!

Ali Sahabi, GEC
Principal,
Optimum Seismic, Inc.

As the year winds down, we are reminded of the power of community. Whether through school performances, food drives, or volunteering, we come together to support and uplift one another, creating a ripple effect of kindness and connection.

This spirit of unity also fuels our mission to keep communities safe. Recent seismic events, such as the 7.0 magnitude earthquake off the Humboldt County coast, emphasize the urgent need for earthquake preparedness.

Seismic retrofitting is a proactive step to protect your building, business income, and equity from the devastating impacts of a major earthquake.

The entire Optimum Seismic team wishes you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with peace, happiness, and good health. Thank you for being part of our community—we look forward to serving you in 2025.

Let’s work together to make the new year a safer one. Contact Optimum Seismic today to learn more about earthquake retrofitting. Call (323) 605-0000 or visit www.optimumseismic.com.

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