Thrive Toledo has announced it will be sponsoring an emergency preparedness presentation specific to earthquake preparedness for Toledo and surrounding areas, a news release from event organizers stated.
This event will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the Steamboat Landing, 115 Ramsey Way, in downtown Toledo.
Lewis County Emergency Management will provide information, and local emergency and fire departments will be in attendance.
Toledo is at elevated risk from earthquakes due to its location downstream from the Cowlitz River, in addition to overdue seismic repairs on the Mossyrock Dam, recent offshore quakes, and proximity to the Cascadian Subduction Fault.
Thrive Toledo is a group offering free classes on resilience, self-sufficiency and community connection, according to the news release.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/ThriveToledoWa.
