During the pandemic, emergency preparation and response volunteers were unable to participate in training classes, drills and other suspended events. Resilient Los Altos, the umbrella organization of volunteer Block Action
Citing increased, ongoing involvement with the neighboring city of Mountain View, leaders of Los Altos Community Foundation recently announced a name change to Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation.
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Prepping for the ‘big one’ with Los Altos’ disaster expert
Courtesy of Ann Hepenstal
Emergency kits should include provision for every family member, including pets, according to Los Altos emergency preparedness coordinator Ann Hepenstal.
At 8:26 p.m. Dec. 29, a magnitude 2.8 earthquake rattled the Los Altos-Los Altos Hills community. A Loma Prieta-type monster it was not, but the rumbling set some local social media networks atwitter nevertheless.
The Town Crier spoke last week with Los Altos emergency preparedness coordinator Ann Hepenstal for tips on preparing for the next “big one.” The interview below has been edited for clarity and length.
Q: When is the last time this area experienced a significant earthquake?