PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is encouraging Mississippians to participate in the ‘Great ShakeOut’ earthquake drill on October 16, 2025, at 10:16 a.m.
During the self-led drill, participants will practice the three essential actions to take during an earthquake, which are to:
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Take COVER under a sturdy table or desk if possible, protecting your head and neck.
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HOLD ON until the shaking stops. Individuals and organizations can register for the ‘Great ShakeOut’ by visiting www.shakeout.org/.
Once registered, participants will receive more information on how to plan their drill and additional earthquake preparedness tips. According to the Great ShakeOut website, more than 17 million people have registered to participate in the United States, which includes over 211,000 Mississippians.
Although only a small number of earthquakes have been centered in Mississippi, the state has been affected by numerous shocks located in neighboring states, particularly along the New Madrid Seismic Zone.
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