State emergency officials remind residents how to stay safe in case an earthquake hit

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– Thursday (October 15) was the annual “Great Southeast Shakeout”

The nationwide drill encourages families and businesses to test their plans and check their supplies before an earthquake hits.

And state emergency officials are reminding everyone how to stay prepared and safe in the event of an earthquake.

This week leaders met at the South Carolina Emergency Management Division to highlight this year’s “Earthquake Preparedness Week.”

State emergency officials say it’s always a great idea to have a personalized plan in place and identify safe spots within your home and business.

There have been about 30 low magnitude earthquakes across South Carolina this year, and none of which caused significant damage.