Know if you live, work, or travel in a tsunami-prone coastal area
Learn the natural warning signs: strong or long earthquake, sudden sea withdrawal, loud ocean roar
Sign up for local emergency alerts and tsunami warnings
Identify evacuation routes to high ground or inland areas
Practice evacuation with everyone in your household
Prepare a go bag with water, food, flashlight, batteries, radio, first aid kit, medications, cash, documents, and clothes
Keep important documents in waterproof containers or digital backups
Make a family communication plan and meeting point
Include pets in your evacuation plan
Store emergency supplies at home, work, and in your vehicle
Know the nearest shelters and safe assembly areas
Keep your vehicle fueled and ready
Learn how to shut off gas, electricity, and water if instructed
Move to higher ground immediately after a strong earthquake near the coast
Stay away from beaches, harbors, rivers, and low-lying coastal areas during warnings
Return only after officials give the all-clear
Practice staying informed through radio, phone alerts, and official sources