Thursday, October 18, 2012

Great Shakeout Significant Incident

EARTHQUAKE SHAKES TORRANCE

SIGNIFICANT INCIDENT


Torrance, Calif., October 18, 2012, 1:15 p.m. – A 7.8 magnitude earthquake along the southern San Andreas Fault has been confirmed by the USGS. The quake began near Palm Springs, and has been felt in the South Bay, LA, Orange County and the Inland Empire.  State of Emergency has been declared. 

Significant incident has occurred at ExxonMobil Refinery. A media helicopter has collided with the Alky Unit at the refinery.  Flight restrictions have been requested. Injuries and environmental impact are being assessed. An update will be provided at 1:50 p.m.

All high school gymnasiums have been determined to be safe for shelters. Dee Hardison Sports Center at Wilson Park is not suitable for shelter.

Little Company of Mary and Torrance Memorial Hospital’s are accepting critically injured in their parking lots.  LCMH | 4101 Torrance Boulevard | Torrance, California 90503 | (310) 540-7676.  TMMC | 3330 Lomita Blvd. | Torrance, CA 90505 | (310) 325-9110

An Evacuation Center has been established at the Ken Miller Recreation Center 3341 Torrance Blvd.  After securing your possessions, collecting loved ones (including pets), and you are able, you can relocate to the Center closest to you.

Torrance Police and Fire units are responding to the areas. The City requests that the community remain calm, do not use the telephone unless there is an emergency, check your home for damage, secure family and pets, remain where you are if your building is safe, and be prepared for aftershocks.  If shaking begins again and you can safely do so, quickly seek shelter under a sturdy piece of furniture.

Try and keep roads clear to allow emergency personnel access.

If you know of someone who is unable to understand, see, or hear this message, please tell them about it.

For updates about this event go on-line at www.TorranceCA.Gov to receive our blog.  Those without internet access can call the City’s Emergency Hotline (310) 618.2320.
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Great Shakeout Water Conservation Notice

EARTHQUAKE SHAKES TORRANCE

WATER CONSERVATION NOTICE


Torrance, Calif., October 18, 2012, 12:30 p.m. – A 7.8 magnitude earthquake along the southern San Andreas Fault has been confirmed by the USGS. The quake began near Palm Springs, and has been felt in the South Bay, LA, Orange County and the Inland Empire.  State of Emergency has been declared.  At this time a water conservation notice has been issued. Please turn off unnecessary irrigation, sprinklers and generally conserve water.

Little Company of Mary and Torrance Memorial Hospital’s are accepting critically injured in their parking lots.  LCMH | 4101 Torrance Boulevard | Torrance, California 90503 | (310) 540-7676.  TMMC | 3330 Lomita Blvd. | Torrance, CA 90505 | (310) 325-9110

An Evacuation Center has been established at the Ken Miller Recreation Center 3341 Torrance Blvd.  After securing your possessions, collecting loved ones (including pets), and you are able, you can relocate to the Center closest to you.

Torrance Police and Fire units are responding to the areas. The City requests that the community remain calm, do not use the telephone unless there is an emergency, check your home for damage, secure family and pets, remain where you are if your building is safe, and be prepared for aftershocks.  If shaking begins again and you can safely do so, quickly seek shelter under a sturdy piece of furniture.

Try and keep roads clear to allow emergency personnel access.

If you know of someone who is unable to understand, see, or hear this message, please tell them about it.

For updates about this event go on-line at www.TorranceCA.Gov to receive our blog.  Those without internet access can call the City’s Emergency Hotline (310) 618.2320.
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12:30 Update - Evacuation Centers Open

EARTHQUAKE SHAKES TORRANCE

FIRST RESPONDERS ON SCENE - EVACUATION SHELTERS OPEN


Torrance, Calif., October 18, 2012, 12:30 p.m. – A 7.8 magnitude earthquake along the southern San Andreas Fault has been confirmed by the USGS. The quake began near Palm Springs, and has been felt in the South Bay, LA, Orange County and the Inland Empire.  State of Emergency has been declared.  At this time we have approximately 10 reports of injuries and multiple reports of major structural damage in several areas throughout the city of Torrance.  Notably, a building on Anza has suffered damage and up to 1,000 residents may be displaced.  JC Penney’s at Del Amo Fashion Center has been red-tagged.

Little Company of Mary and Torrance Memorial Hospital’s are accepting critically injured in their parking lots.  LCMH | 4101 Torrance Boulevard | Torrance, California 90503 | (310) 540-7676.  TMMC | 3330 Lomita Blvd. | Torrance, CA 90505 | (310) 325-9110

An Evacuation Center has been established at the Ken Miller Recreation Center 3341 Torrance Blvd.  After securing your possessions, collecting loved ones (including pets), and you are able, you can relocate to the Center closest to you.

Torrance Police and Fire units are responding to the areas. The City requests that the community remain calm, do not use the telephone unless there is an emergency, check your home for damage, secure family and pets, remain where
you are if your building is safe, and be prepared for aftershocks.  If shaking begins again and you can safely do so, quickly seek shelter under a sturdy piece of furniture.

Try and keep roads clear to allow emergency personnel access.

If you know of someone who is unable to understand, see, or hear this message, please tell them about it.

For updates about this event go on-line at www.TorranceCA.Gov to receive our blog.  Those without internet access can call the City’s Emergency Hotline (310) 618.2320.
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EARTHQUAKE SHAKES TORRANCE FIRST RESPONDERS ON SCENE

The Torrance City Manager has officially declared the earthquake a State of Emergency in the City of Torrance.
http://www.torranceca.gov/disaster/files/Press%20Release%20-%20Earthquake%20101812%201130a.doc

GREAT SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SHAKEOUT DRILL 10/18/12

City of Torrance Responds to Shakeout Drill
http://www.torranceca.gov/disaster/files/Press%20Release%20-%20Earthquake%20101812%201045a.doc

Great Southern California ShakeOut Earthquake Area 10/18/12.

A image of the affected disaster area has been created.

Torrance Experiences Earthquake - City Responding

The City of Torrance has experienced a significant earthquake. City crews are responding.  More information will be shared as it becomes available.

Great Southern California ShakeOut 2012

The City of Torrance is participating in the Great Southern California ShakeOut October 18, 2012.