Are we prepared for an earthquake during the pandemic? Dr. Lucy Jones answers your questions

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- If a big earthquake strikes California while we're already dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, will we be prepared?

Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones took time via Skype to answer questions from Eyewitness News viewers on how earthquake planning and response is different these days.
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Jones also talked about the recent swarm of earthquakes near the Salton Sea and whether that indicates a big quake is imminent.

Jones, who is now retired from the USGS, recently launched a podcast series with John Bwarie on earthquakes and preparedness entitled "Getting Through It."

"An earthquake is inevitable, but a disaster is not," Jones said.
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Among the topics she addressed with Eyewitness News:

What is an earthquake swarm? And does it mean a big quake is more likely to hit soon? (Near the 2:00 mark of the video above)

During the pandemic, will we have enough resources to handle a major earthquake? (15:00)

How has the pandemic showed you our weak areas in earthquake preparedness? (16:00)

Is there such a thing as earthquake weather?(22:00)

Where is the safest place in your home to take shelter during an earthquake (28:00)

To see her conversation with Phillip Palmer, watch the video above.

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