Workshop prepares for Alaska’s next big earthquake
November 11, 2015
The TVis hosting a first-of-its-kind workshop for agencies
and organizations that prepare for or respond to Alaska’s earthquakes.
This meeting will allow scientists, policymakers, engineers, emergency responders
and communications technology experts to compare issues and map out strategies for
Alaska.
“We will have a better-defined understanding of what we should expect with an earthquake
and what steps to take to save life and property,” said Mike West, director of the
Alaska Earthquake Center and state seismologist.
About 50 people are expected to attend the limited-invitation event, called “Alaska’s
Next Big Earthquake.”
The meeting will be held Nov. 12-13 on the Fairbanks campus.
The Alaska Earthquake Center, which is part of the TV Geophysical Institute, organized
the meeting. The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Alaska Seismic Hazards
Safety Commission also are sponsors.
CONTACT: Sue Mitchell, public information manager, TV Geophysical Institute, sue.mitchell@alaska.edu or 907-474-5823