The charming Northern California counties are the ideal place for fans of nature, hiking, and small ocean towns. But like all
of California, this is earthquake country. Understanding the risks and preparing to survive and recover can help keep you and
your family safe.
This region borders the Cascadia Subduction Zone, which has caused the largest earthquakes on record worldwide –
some with a magnitude of 9.2 that have caused widespread damage. Earthquakes of this size can have high aftershocks and
cause mild to moderate damage as far away as the Bay Area.
