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... consult a structural engineer, architect, your local building department, or any one of the excellent books on the subject. 1. Joints. Basically, for the building to stay together during an earthquake, all parts have to be fastened together. The foundations must stay in the ground, the substructure on the foundation, the floor on the substructure, the walls on the floor, and the roof on. 2. Foundation. Check to make certain your house is securely attached to the foundations. Many wood-frame buildings built before the 1950s are not bolted to their foundations, but this can be corrected without great expense. Foundations beneath mobile homes need to be reinforced and the undercarriage of the home tied securely to the foundation. If these steps are not taken, the mobile home will be ... : Consider replacing large plate glass windows with safety glass. Install positive latches on all cabinets. Study the possibility of purchasing earthquake insurance. It may be a sound investment for you. If you rent your home, discuss these recommendations with your landlord. FIRE SAFETY Following a major earthquake, your local fire department may be overwhelmed with calls for assistance. They may be unable to respond to small residential fires (frequently caused by arcing wires, downed electrical lines, damaged wiring in appliances, etc.) Having a suitable home fire extinguisher in good condition, and knowing how to use it, may save your home-even your life! Remember, in 1906 the city of San Francisco was almost destroyed by fire, not by the earthquake. Fire Extinguishers When used correctly, fire extinguishers can: ...