6.0 earthquake hits Northern CA.

[The Franchise]

CNN) -*A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Northern California early Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

Eighty-seven patients have been treated or are being treated at Queen of the Valley Hospital following the early morning earthquake, according to the city of Napa. "There are three major injury cases," the city said on its website.

One "young child," a girl, is in critical condition, Napa Division Fire Chief John Callanan said at a news conference. She was hurt when a fireplace collapsed.

It was the strongest earthquake to hit the Bay Area since 1989, when a quake struck during the World Series.

Sunday's earthquake struck 4 miles northwest of American Canyon, 6 miles southwest of Napa, and 9 miles southeast of Sonoma, according to the USGS.

A water main ruptured in downtown Napa and a handful of structural fires broke out, according to the Napa city fire department. Some Napa historic buildings sustained extensive damage and at least 15,000 customers in and around Sonoma, Napa, and Santa Rosa lost power, according to Pacific Gas and Electric Company.

KTVU*reported that two evacuation centers have been set up in the Napa Valley

The USGS estimated, based on their locations, that 15,000 people experienced severe shaking, 106,000 people felt very strong shaking, 176,000 felt strong shaking, and 738,000 felt moderate shaking.

Wine country hit

"I've got a lot of broken wine, being here in Napa," said Emily Massimi, who was woken up by the quake. "We tend to collect wine, so I have wine all over my kitchen, and glass, and pictures off the wall and books off of bookshelves," she told CNN.

ttp://news.msn.com/us/strong-california-quake-causes-injuries-damage

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by Pawnmower

I woke up too..I'm just north of Duck so it was pretty close to me, and lasted about 45 seconds

shit was scary, heart was pumping...mainly because of my 2 year old

If I didnt have him, I doubt I even wouldve gotten up...

Strongest quake I have felt in 25 years

broke a bottle of Castello di Amarosa cabernet sauv.,

I am going to ****ing RAGE

Glad you're okay dear.

[Ming the Merciless]

Originally Posted by Simply Red

Glad you're okay dear.

thanks sexy

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by TinyEvel

Just a steady rumble for us. Or maybe I'm just used to growing up in L.A. The earthquakes there were a lot more "showy"

careful what you wish for old friend. Mother don't play no shit.

[Ming the Merciless]

I managed to get the wife and kid up and out of the house before the 45 seconds, just barely....

It was really spooky dark and quiet and the street lights and peoples lights were flickering on and off

[Ming the Merciless]

Originally Posted by Ben N 58men

I slept like a champ

arent you like 150 miles away? LOL

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by Pawnmower

It was really spooky dark and quiet and the street lights and peoples lights were flickering on and off

actually in a horror movie type of way - that must have been sort of cool to see that - I'm a weirdo though - so I like seeing flickering lights and other odd shit like that. It's like staring natural phenomenon right in the brownies.

[Ming the Merciless]

Originally Posted by Simply Red

actually in a horror movie type of way - that must have been sort of cool to see that - I'm a weirdo though - so I like seeing flickering lights and other odd shit like that. It's like staring natural phenomenon right in the brownies.

oh for sure

it was a trip and very cool

and the rolling motion of the ground for such a long period of time is just nuts....makes you appreciate the earth's power

[thabear04]

Originally Posted by Pawnmower

I managed to get the wife and kid up and out of the house before the 45 seconds, just barely....

It was really spooky dark and quiet and the street lights and peoples lights were flickering on and off

Not suppose to go outside during an earthquake.

[Ming the Merciless]

Originally Posted by thabear04

Not suppose to go outside during an earthquake.

Youre supposed to stay inside and let the house fall on top of you or the gas fill the house and explode?

You go out

You shut off the gas

At least thats what I have been told to do all my life

[Silock]

I'd rather be outside than inside.

[Ming the Merciless]

Originally Posted by Silock

I'd rather be outside than inside.

Thats because youre smart.

[Simply Red]

Originally Posted by Pawnmower

oh for sure

it was a trip and very cool

and the rolling motion of the ground for such a long period of time is just nuts....makes you appreciate the earth's power

Forgive me for this - I'm in a weird weird mood right now -


I can imagine - back around 2000ish - Norcross Ga. had a 3.5 or something. I don't really recall it's measurements - It happened at like 5:30AM - My bed shook and I was wondering if I had been possessed - ha ha - but no seriously - it's a helpless feeling and most definitely odd.

I like the aftermath story though. I like to observe weird shit like that. Cultures and other things, maybe even religions, reactions, mother nature - weather ........ My gosh just so many things you see. I am a huge Harmony Korine fan for this very reason - he likes to capture 'happenings' and 'reactions' - all within certain cultures.

Sorry I'm feeling like deep discussion - I'm going to (LOL) log off for a bit.

[DanT]

Here's some advice from the State of California about how to prepare for and survive a major earthquake:

http://www.consrv.ca.gov/index/earth...akes_what.aspx

Originally Posted by Ca.gov Department of Conservation

During an Earthquake

If you're indoors, stay there. Get under -- and hold onto --a desk or table, or stand against an interior wall. Stay clear of exterior walls, glass, heavy furniture, fireplaces and appliances. The kitchen is a particularly dangerous spot. If you’re in an office building, stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator.


If you're outside, get into the open. Stay clear of buildings, power lines or anything else that could fall on you.


If you're driving, move the car out of traffic and stop. Avoid parking under or on bridges or overpasses. Try to get clear of trees, light posts, signs and power lines. When you resume driving, watch out for road hazards.


If you're in a mountainous area, beware of the potential for landslides. Likewise, if you're near the ocean, be aware that tsunamis are associated with large earthquakes. Get to high ground.


If you’re in a crowded public place, avoid panicking and do not rush for the exit. Stay low and cover your head and neck with your hands and arms.

[thabear04]

During an Earthquake

If you're indoors, stay there. Get under -- and hold onto --a desk or table, or stand against an interior wall. Stay clear of exterior walls, glass, heavy furniture, fireplaces and appliances. The kitchen is a particularly dangerous spot. If you’re in an office building, stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator.


If you're outside, get into the open. Stay clear of buildings, power lines or anything else that could fall on you.

[Ming the Merciless]

Theres a ton of conflicting info out there..

If I was in some apartment building or bigger structure, I wouldnt try to get outside....or if stuff was falling and breaking I might try to cover

But the safest spot is outside, away from structures....

Theres so many variables the best thing to do is be prepared and have a plan...

I was pretty happy with ours, was safe and had the family free and clear of structure/power lines in literally about 30 seconds

*Theres also been lots of studies that say to NOT go into a doorway, which is what they said to do for a long ass time if you couldnt make it outside