May 22, 2013

Kentucky EQ Video contest winners now online

From http://www.fcps.net/news/press-releases/2011-2012/earthquake-psa

“An earthquake-awareness public service announcement created by Samuel Stucky of Bryan Station High School won the $1,000 grand prize in a contest sponsored by Kentucky’s Division of Emergency Management.

Samuel, a junior, noted that Kentucky sits near a major fault and that earthquakes can happen anytime. His main message was to be aware, be prepared, and have a plan. For instance, families should have an evacuation kit with appropriate supplies, and everyone should know the drill: Drop to the ground, cover one’s head, and hold on tight to lower the risk of injury or death.

The inaugural video contest was part of statewide efforts to inform, educate and prepare residents for an earthquake.”

For more information, contact David Davis, Kentucky Earthquake Program Manager. View the winning entry here:

Less than one month remains to apply for USGS NEHRP Grants…

Applications due May 17, 2012

The U.S. Geological Survey will award up to $7 million in grants and cooperative agreements for earthquake research in 2013.

“These grants have a distinguished history of having supported excellent projects and people as an investment into reducing earthquake hazards,” said USGS Director Marcia McNutt. “Some of our current USGS operational products began as earthquake research grants that were then handed over to the agency for long-term implementation.”  [Read more...]