Earthquake - Page 11

MickeyLumbo · 07-30-2008, 09:49 AM

was at work and was impressed with the coordination and preparedness of established procedures. we had an earthquake drill in April and another planned in the near future. the communication was near flawless and those that were designated safety officers were calm and in control. exectutive teams made the rounds to check on all and provide any needed assistance. only minor damage, like bits of falling plaster was sustained. the building was evac'd for a short time and we returned after the all clear was given.

at home, "over the hill" from the epicenter, things were apparently rockin'. stuff knocked over, and pictures moved. looks like a portrait of Walt took a wild ride, but, it did not fall. Abe did not fare so well however.

A bronze bust of Lincoln was destroyed. the head still looks great though. so, i no longer have a bust - just a head. Gratefully, this very heavy bronze did NOT bounce back into the glass curio cabinet filled with memorabilia.

glad everyone is ok.

Morrigoon · 07-30-2008, 11:00 AM

Hmm... looking at the regional quake map, there seems to be quite a lot of (minor) activity all up and down the San Andreas in the last week.

... just sayin'.

MickeyLumbo · 07-30-2008, 11:19 AM

here is video of judge judy taping when quake hit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5t_p6Adu8E

nothing too dramatic but cool too see her reaction when she realizes she is not in control of the "courtroom".

Moonliner · 07-30-2008, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by MickeyLumbo

here is video of judge judy taping when quake hit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5t_p6Adu8E

Wow! That's amazing. Who knew that show was still on the air.

Disneyphile · 07-30-2008, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by MickeyLumbo

here is video of judge judy taping when quake hit:.

Super mojo to the camera operator who made sure to capture all that instead of jumping ship. Now that is dedication!

As freaked out as I was, earthquakes also fascinate me. It's an awe-inspiring and humbling moment, realizing that we are powerless when it comes to the forces of nature. No matter how advanced our technology, nothing can compare to her power. We'll never stop the earth from shaking, the wind from blowing, the rain from pouring, etc., etc. At any given moment, we can be wiped off the face of the planet at her will.

Moonliner · 07-30-2008, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Disneyphile

Super mojo to the camera operator who made sure to capture all that instead of jumping ship. Now that is dedication!

As freaked out as I was, earthquakes also fascinate me. It's an awe-inspiring and humbling moment, realizing that we are powerless when it comes to the forces of nature. No matter how advanced our technology, nothing can compare to her power. We'll never stop the earth from shaking, the wind from blowing, the rain from pouring, etc., etc. At any given moment, we can be wiped off the face of the planet at her will.

Spoken like a true wiccan.

Disneyphile · 07-30-2008, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Moonliner

Spoken like a true wiccan.

Wasn't trying to be all spiritual or anything. Just observant about natural forces.

Gemini Cricket · 07-30-2008, 11:25 AM

With hanging lights over their heads, I'm surprised people were so calm. Then again, they should have safety lines attached to them...

Judge Judy was outta there quick. Ran off to her panic room, I guess.

Kevy Baby · 07-30-2008, 11:48 AM

Yeah, sure... coffee pots. We'll go with that story.

07-30-2008, 09:49 AM	#1
MickeyLumbo thankfully grateful Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: shangrila Posts: 1,388	was at work and was impressed with the coordination and preparedness of established procedures. we had an earthquake drill in April and another planned in the near future. the communication was near flawless and those that were designated safety officers were calm and in control. exectutive teams made the rounds to check on all and provide any needed assistance. only minor damage, like bits of falling plaster was sustained. the building was evac'd for a short time and we returned after the all clear was given. at home, "over the hill" from the epicenter, things were apparently rockin'. stuff knocked over, and pictures moved. looks like a portrait of Walt took a wild ride, but, it did not fall. Abe did not fare so well however. A bronze bust of Lincoln was destroyed. the head still looks great though. so, i no longer have a bust - just a head. Gratefully, this very heavy bronze did NOT bounce back into the glass curio cabinet filled with memorabilia. glad everyone is ok. __________________
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Morrigoon I throw stones at houses Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Location: Location Posts: 9,534	Hmm... looking at the regional quake map, there seems to be quite a lot of (minor) activity all up and down the San Andreas in the last week. ... just sayin'. __________________ http://bash.org/?top "It is useless for sheep to pass a resolution in favor of vegetarianism while wolves remain of a different opinion." -- William Randolph Inge
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07-30-2008, 11:19 AM	#3
MickeyLumbo thankfully grateful Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: shangrila Posts: 1,388	judge judy video here is video of judge judy taping when quake hit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5t_p6Adu8E nothing too dramatic but cool too see her reaction when she realizes she is not in control of the "courtroom". __________________
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07-30-2008, 11:25 AM	#8
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	With hanging lights over their heads, I'm surprised people were so calm. Then again, they should have safety lines attached to them... Judge Judy was outta there quick. Ran off to her panic room, I guess.
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07-30-2008, 11:48 AM	#9
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	Yeah, sure... coffee pots. We'll go with that story. __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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