The Great Montana Shake Out

by Robert "Bob" Lewandowski

On October 22, 2014 at 10:22 AM the entire school district participated in the Great Montana Shake Out. At that time, everyone in the district dropped to the ground, covered themselves with a table or desk and held on for one minute. This emergency drill is called "Drop, Cover and Hold."It is part of our school district's Emergency Crisis Procedures.

The entire state was urged by to participate in the drill. The purpose is to practice the proper procedures in case of an earthquake. Montana is one of the most seismically active states in the U.S. Knowing what to do in an earthquake is one of the best ways to prepare.

There were over 157,000 participants, throughout Montana, that pledged to participate.

To find out more about earthquake safety, take the QUAKE QUIZ. 

Mrs. Rhine participating in the Shake Out with her students.

Students following the directions for "Drop, Cover and Hold."