It's Time To . . .

"Batten Down the Hatches!"

At least I think that's how they say it!

Water Heaters, Ovens, Bookcases, Refrigerators, Freezers,

and Television Sets all need to be strapped to walls to prevent

tipping and shifting during an earthquake.

If you have a gas stove, straps

are very important.

An earthquake can cause the stove to shift

causing the gas lines to move and break.

Cupboard doors should have latches to keep

dishes and glasses from falling out.

Use Picture Hook Hangers

to securely hang pictures.

Hooks along with a little Museum Wax will

keep pictures in place during an earthquake.

Museum Wax can also be used to

anchor collectibles and keepsakes to shelves.

Each person should keep a pair of shoes

and a flashlight by the bed.

This will help to prevent cuts from broken glass.

Flashlights will offer comfort to little ones

and provide needed light in a power outage.

So...

Go through YOUR house and

BATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES!

All of the items listed above

can be found in your local hardware store.