Great American ShakeOut Drill Held at Area Schools

Beverly Cantrell - October 21, 2021 1:32 pm

Ponca City Public School-Trout Elementary

Trout Elementary students participated in the Great American ShakeOut drill on Thursday. This drill is done throughout the world in preparation of an earthquake.

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 preparedness.

These events are made possible through a collaboration between several agencies including the USGS.


Pictured; Vivian Sledge                                         

May be an image of 2 people and people standing

Pictured; Leah Ramirez and Suzanne Rosendale

 

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