Face it, Los Angeles isn’t one of the safest places to be in the United States. There are a lot of risks and dangers. All kinds of crazies are abounding, really. But, there are many more sane residents than there are problems. Sure, we have a lot of criminals and such, but you can’t you blame us; we simply have too many people. There are all kinds of precautions and things to buy to keep you safe on the streets. Yet, are you safe in the home? No, I don’t mean ADT security or a baseball bat; I’m referring to seismic safety. Are you protected from the dangers of an earthquake?
I’m more specifically talking to those of you who were around for the Northridge quake, as you young ones probably still live in your parents house or are paying rent at a location that doesn’t care for your safety. Sorry. However, I’m sure there are some of you sitting down, reading this going; “My house is safe from an earthquake; it’s been through plenty of then!” Well, Mr. Smarty-pants; have you checked for cracks in the foundation? Have you been in your crawlspace lately? I doubt it, but if you decide to check it out; do you have a sagging floor or any other foundation problems? Are you in need of any bolting that could only be done by the hands of trained professionals?
If you have answered yes, or no, to any of these questions, I really hope you’re not being arrogant. For your information, if you did answer yes to something, you are now reading this from the least safe part of your sector of Los Angeles; your home. Fortunately for you, action can be taken and the problems are fixable, as long as you’re willing.