How to predict an earthquake?

Question

I live in Southern California, and I would like to know how to predict an earthquake.

In case that it will happen.

So I can make preparations.

Answer 1

I've only noticed heatwaves broken by mild weather are good indicators, sometimes animals will grow restless and avoid being tied up, do some research on radio frequencies that's interesting, I've also heard something about the loss or disturbance of cellphone signals...

Answer 2

You can't predict earthquakes in advance. You know about it the last minute. Watch how animals react to earthquakes. Theres many reactions. I'll give you tips on how to prepare for an earthquake since it is essential for you to know.

1. Check for hazards in the home

*Fasten shelves securely to walls.

*Place large or heavy objects on lower shelves.

*Store breakable items such as bottled foods, glass, and china in low, closed cabinets with latches.

*Hang heavy items such as pictures and mirrors away from beds, couches, and anywhere people sit.

*Brace overhead light fixtures.

*Repair defective electrical wiring and leaky gas connections. These are potential fire risks.

*Secure a water heater by strapping it to the wall studs and bolting it to the floor.

*Repair any deep cracks in ceilings or foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects.

*Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable products securely in closed cabinets with latches and on bottom shelves

2. Identify safe places both indoors and outdoors

*Under sturdy furniture such as a heavy desk or table.

*Against an inside wall

*Away from where glass could shatter around windows, mirrors, pictures, or where heavy bookcases or other heavy furniture could fall over.

*In the open, away from buildings, trees, telephone and electrical lines, overpasses, or elevated expressways.

3. Educate yourself and family members

*Contact your local emergency management office or American Red Cross chapter for more information on earthquakes. Also read the "How-To Series" for information on how to protect your property from earthquakes.

*Teach children how and when to call 9-1-1, police, or fire department and which radio station to tune to for emergency information.

*Teach all family members how and when to turn off gas, electricity, and water.

4. Have disaster supplies on hand

*Flashlight and extra batteries.

*Portable battery-operated radio and extra batteries.

*First aid kit and manual

*Emergency food and water.

*Nonelectric can opener.

*Cash and credit cards.

*Sturdy shoes.

*Essential Medications

5. Develop an Emergency Communication Plan

*In case family members are separated from one another during an earthquake (a real possibility during the day when adults are at work and children are at school), develop a plan for reuniting after the disaster.

*Ask an out-of-state relative or friend to serve as the "family contact." After a disaster, it's often easier to call long distance. Make sure everyone in the family knows the name, address, and phone number of the contact person.

6. Help your community get ready

*Publish a special section in your local newspaper with emergency information on earthquakes. Localize the information by printing the phone numbers of local emergency services offices, the American Red Cross, and hospitals.

*Conduct a week-long series on locating hazards in the home.

*Work with local emergency services and American Red Cross officials to prepare special reports for people with mobility impairments on what to do during an earthquake.

*Provide tips on conducting earthquake drills in the home.

*Interview representatives of the gas, electric, and water companies about shutting off utilities.

*Work together in your community to apply your knowledge to building codes, retrofitting programs, hazard hunts, and neighborhood and family emergency plans.

Hope I helped!!

Answer 3

Earthquake prediction is still an inexact science.But sometimes fore-shocks occur as a warning.Fore-shocks are minor precursors that can occur before a major earthquake and often used to predict a larger seismic event.

Answer 4

Unfortunately, currently there is no known way of accurately predicting an earthquake well in advance. You can predict one 15-20 seconds before the first shock, by detecting peculiar radio waves, but that's hardly enough time to respond.

Answer 5

When you have a valid answer to that question you will win a Nobel prize or something similar. The USGS and many other scientific organizations have devoted years of intensive work to the problem, so far with not much success.