Plenary 4: The Science of the “ShakeOut Scenario”
The Great Southern California ShakeOut is an effort based on the science of over 300 experts describing the impacts and effects of a probable great earthquake along Southern California’s largest fault, the San Andreas. Chief Scientist Dr. Lucile Jones will give an overview of the scientific scenario and its impacts as a way to prepare attendees for the things they will see as part of the Golden Guardian exercise and the ShakeOut Drill, the largest in US history.
Dr. Lucile M. Jones, PhD, Chief Scientist of the Multi-Hazards Demonstration Project, USGS
9:00am
Depart for Field Trips
A selection of field trips will be offered to conference attendees to see, firsthand, the local efforts underway relating to preparedness and response. Simultaneously, different groups will visit preselected demonstrations at schools, universities, hospitals, fire stations, and municipal facilities.
9:30am to10:00am
Arrive at field trip locations
11:00am to 12:30pm
Depart field trip locations
11:30am to 1:30pm
Watercourt /
Bunker Hill Room
Lunch Buffet at the Omni Hotel
12:00pm to 3:00pm
Museum Room
International MegaCity Share Fair
As part of the commitment EMI has to direct exchange between experts from the many megacities located in seismically active regions, this share fair will offer an opportunity for one-on-one exchanges between the leaders of those various invited cities. Direct exchange in booths will be facilitated so that best practices can be shared and discussed in a way unlike any other setting.
2:45pm
Watercourt /
Bunker Hill Room
Plenary 5: Earthquake Technology: Early Warning & Prediction
This panel will look at the technologies being used internationally to predict warn, and track seismic activity in a way that allows for effective response. After the formal presentations, a moderated roundtable discussion will follow with leaders from the U.S. and abroad.
Cocktail Reception Gala Dinner
Conference attendees and guests are invited to a gala dinner at the Omni Hotel to recognize attendes as well as dignitaries coming to Los Angeles for the conference and ShakeOut. Keynote Address to be presented by Dirk Kempthorne, United States Secretary of the Interior.
