You can prepare your household for emergencies in one year by taking a few small steps each month.

The task for October is to prepare for earthquakes by gathering supplies, readying your household, and practicing what to do when the shaking starts.

1. Use straps to secure furniture and appliances that might fall in an earthquake. Read more here.

2. If you live in a house, make sure it is bolted to the foundation.

3. With your household members, practice dropping, covering, and holding on.

4. Learn what to do in the event of a tsunami. Read more here and here.

Read more about Prepare in a Year 24 here.