When Is The Great Shakeout 2024

When Is The Great Shakeout 2024. This year's international shakeout day is october 17, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home!. On october 17 international shakeout day is observed with the mission to educate the public about the importance of taking immediate action in case of an earthquake.

The exercise — which lasts for one minute — is an earthquake safety drill called the great shakeout that is observed annually on the third thursday in october. Great shakeout earthquake drills are an annual opportunity for people in homes, schools, and organizations to practice what to do during earthquakes, and to improve.