Additional Earthquake Hazard Resources

• Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country

  

  This 32-page full-color general interest publication provides information about the threat posed by earthquakes in the San Francisco Bay region and explains how you and your family can prepare for, survive, and recover from these inevitable events. View this guidebook online or order your free copy today.

• California Geological Survey

  

  Seismic Hazard Zone Maps

  The California Geological Survey has the regulatory responsibility in California for delineating zones of required special investigation for possible earthquake faulting, landslides, and liquefaction hazards. Their maps are distributed to cities, counties, and state construction agencies to help identify where higher building standards may be necessary for safe development. For more information and access to these maps, visit California Regulatory Hazard Zones.

  Earthquake Shaking Potential Maps

  To view the expected shaking from future earthquakes on all California faults, see Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Assessment Maps. These maps form the basis for designing buildings in high seismic areas. For an interactive version of the map to explore the expected shaking potential in your area, see Seismic Shaking Hazards in California.

• What to expect in your neighborhood

  

  ABAG, the Association of Bay Area Governments, has prepared a number of interactive maps and web sites to show expected shaking and damage from future Bay Area earthquakes.