Upcoming Events
Tue, Oct 21, 2008
1868 Hayward Earthquake Commemorative Event at Mission San Jose, Fremont, CA
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Announcements
Forecasting California's Earthquakes
Press conference discussing the new earthquake probabilities for California. (includes video)
Earthquake Drill
San Francisco Bay Area teachers join us! Please participate in the school earthquake drill on October 21, 2008.
October 21, 2008
October 21, 2008 marks the 140th anniversary of the 1868 Hayward earthquake, which was the first great “San Francisco earthquake” and one of the most damaging earthquakes in the nation's history.
Seven Steps
Prepare for the Next Earthquake—Follow the 7-Steps to Earthquake Safety.
1868 Earthquake Stories
Share your stories related to the 1868 earthquake on the Alliance web site.
Why commemorate the 140th anniversary?
The average interval between the past five large earthquakes on the Hayward Fault is 140 years. With the 140th anniversary another large Hayward Fault earthquake can occur at any time. The 1868 Hayward Earthquake Alliance was formed to help coordinate and promote efforts and activities between organizations throughout the greater San Francisco Bay Area planning to commemorate the earthquake.
Join us now in planning the 1868 Hayward Earthquake Anniversary. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, or just want to learn more about the plans for the anniversary, you are invited to join us. We will send occasional e-mail announcements about public meetings and other special events.
The Hayward Fault: Predictable Peril
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Historic Photos
Railroad House, 323 Clay St. Image courtesy Bancroft Library.