Earthquake - Page 7

Gn2Dlnd · 07-29-2008, 01:05 PM

Of course, I was just out of the shower. Mirrors, glass shower door, etc. Lots of rumbly in the floor, which I thought was a big truck, then the place started moving. Pretty good shaking, no sharp bumps. I heard a few things falling over, but I can't seem to find what they were.

Newscasters: While I appreciate your efforts to gather information, and I appreciate you making said efforts, I despise your use of the word "efforting" as if it's actual English. Of course, calling the newsroom just gets you a busy signal.

It's always comforting when Kate Hutton, or as I like to call her, the "earthquake lesbian" from USGS, finally comes on TV to tell us we're ok. I heart the earthquake lesbian.

Moonliner · 07-29-2008, 01:16 PM

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I heart the earthquake lesbian.

This was the first time I have seen her. She does have a comforting "mommy" vibe about her.

Ghoulish Delight · 07-29-2008, 01:24 PM

It sounded at first like someone in our office had taken off running upstairs, then everything got all wobbly. Part of me is really glad I was standing outside of our test lab where I would have been surrounded by endless tons of heavy equipment perilously mounted in tall narrow cabinets. Part of me wishes I'd have seen that show, although nothing seems to have budged at all.

Long after I could feel any more movement, I could see a minivan in the parking lot still swaying.

At least I think that's why it was swaying.

BarTopDancer · 07-29-2008, 01:27 PM

Video simulation - pretty cool

lashbear · 07-29-2008, 01:34 PM

You guys get all the fun !!

...I hope no-one lost anything TOO precious. Dolls, teeth, etc.

BTW: I was asleep and didn't feel it at all.

JWBear · 07-29-2008, 01:53 PM

Wow! Finally got a chance to post.

My office is also in garden grove. We had very strong shaking. I was surprised when I heard it was only a 5.something!

Not too much damage on the first floor, where I am. But the second and third are a mess! Overturned file cabinets, stuff thrown from shelves, people trapped in their offices by overturned furniture, and one fatality... a fish.

They evacuated our building. After a roll call, we were released to go to lunch about 12:15. When I got back, the building was open again.

Bill is ok. He said that it was just a gentle swaying motion at home in LB. The white trash neighbors are all freaked out. Their first.

My mom is in Anaheim Hills. She’s ok. She had just left her apartment. She was in the hallway when it hit. She said she just bounced from wall to wall until it stopped, and then, went to play Mah Jong with her friends (that’s where she was headed).

My sister who lives in Placentia said her house is a disaster.

Disneyphile · 07-29-2008, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JWBear

My office is also in garden grove. We had very strong shaking.

Good to know I'm not just over-sensitive. When Ken called immediately, I could barely even talk because I was so freaked out.

alphabassettgrrl · 07-29-2008, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Gn2Dlnd

I heart the earthquake lesbian.

I do, too!!!! I wonder how long the media line is to talk with her.

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Good to know I'm not just over-sensitive. When Ken called immediately, I could barely even talk because I was so freaked out.

Sorry you're so freaked out, hon. Glad you're ok. **hugs**

Kevy Baby · 07-29-2008, 02:32 PM

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Are your critters ok? I think our fish freaked out the most - their aquarium looked like a water park wave pool.

Animals are unfazed.

I guess our main CD rack fell and their are CDs everywhere. Only one minor break (my Precious Moments figurine collection is okay) and a few things strewn about. Overall OK.

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Yes! That means I can still laud my 5.6 & 5.7 earthquake over you 5.4 sissy's.

You had to go all the way back to 1969 to find something?!? Pansy!

RStar · 07-29-2008, 02:42 PM

I was in Albertson's at the time.

I was checking out at the front of the store and I looked over at the shelves and saw them shake violently and merchandise fly off onto the floor. Reminded me of the videos of earthquakes in Japan.

The checker dropped my food and ran for the exit with evryone else in the store. For about one minute I was alll alone in the store, thinking "it's only an earthquake". So I figured I'd best head outside as well. A dozen people tried, but failed, to make calls on their cell phones. After about 5 minutes the building was still standing so the manager let us back in to complete our transactions. But he closed the store while they got the merch up off the floor.

So much fun, and it only cost me $135!

07-29-2008, 01:05 PM	#1
Gn2Dlnd Parmmadore Jim Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Casita del Queso Posts: 3,810	Of course, I was just out of the shower. Mirrors, glass shower door, etc. Lots of rumbly in the floor, which I thought was a big truck, then the place started moving. Pretty good shaking, no sharp bumps. I heard a few things falling over, but I can't seem to find what they were. Newscasters: While I appreciate your efforts to gather information, and I appreciate you making said efforts, I despise your use of the word "efforting" as if it's actual English. Of course, calling the newsroom just gets you a busy signal. It's always comforting when Kate Hutton, or as I like to call her, the "earthquake lesbian" from USGS, finally comes on TV to tell us we're ok. I heart the earthquake lesbian. __________________ Does anyone still wear a hat?
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Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	It sounded at first like someone in our office had taken off running upstairs, then everything got all wobbly. Part of me is really glad I was standing outside of our test lab where I would have been surrounded by endless tons of heavy equipment perilously mounted in tall narrow cabinets. Part of me wishes I'd have seen that show, although nothing seems to have budged at all. Long after I could feel any more movement, I could see a minivan in the parking lot still swaying. At least I think that's why it was swaying. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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lashbear SwishBuckling Bear Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In Isolation :) Posts: 6,597	You guys get all the fun !! ...I hope no-one lost anything TOO precious. Dolls, teeth, etc. BTW: I was asleep and didn't feel it at all. __________________ *I Heart* my Husband - I can't think of anyone I'd rather be in isolation with.**
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JWBear Worn Romantic Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Long Beach California Posts: 8,435	Wow! Finally got a chance to post. My office is also in garden grove. We had very strong shaking. I was surprised when I heard it was only a 5.something! Not too much damage on the first floor, where I am. But the second and third are a mess! Overturned file cabinets, stuff thrown from shelves, people trapped in their offices by overturned furniture, and one fatality... a fish. They evacuated our building. After a roll call, we were released to go to lunch about 12:15. When I got back, the building was open again. Bill is ok. He said that it was just a gentle swaying motion at home in LB. The white trash neighbors are all freaked out. Their first. My mom is in Anaheim Hills. She’s ok. She had just left her apartment. She was in the hallway when it hit. She said she just bounced from wall to wall until it stopped, and then, went to play Mah Jong with her friends (that’s where she was headed). My sister who lives in Placentia said her house is a disaster. __________________ Unrestrained frivolity will lead to the downfall of modern society.
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RStar Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Me & Manyard hangin out! Posts: 5,433	I was in Albertson's at the time. I was checking out at the front of the store and I looked over at the shelves and saw them shake violently and merchandise fly off onto the floor. Reminded me of the videos of earthquakes in Japan. The checker dropped my food and ran for the exit with evryone else in the store. For about one minute I was alll alone in the store, thinking "it's only an earthquake". So I figured I'd best head outside as well. A dozen people tried, but failed, to make calls on their cell phones. After about 5 minutes the building was still standing so the manager let us back in to complete our transactions. But he closed the store while they got the merch up off the floor. So much fun, and it only cost me $135! __________________ Meddle not in the affairs of Dragons, for you are crunchy and good with ketchup! www.StarTownGifts.com
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