Glenn Pomeroy, CEO of the California Earthquake Authority, says "California sits along the ring of fire and scientists remind us that our time is coming."
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Older homes were often built on elevated foundations. In an earthquake the home can shake and slide off.
Tuesday officials announced a program called Earthquake Brace Bolt which can reimburse you up to $3,000 to retrofit your home.
The owners of a home in Studio City were awarded a grant and had the work done.
"They charged us precisely what the reimbursement was. We are very pleased. No out-of-pocket cost," said homeowner Larry May.
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To qualify for the program your home has to be in certain ZIP codes. The areas chosen are the ones most at risk.
You can apply for a retrofit grant starting today by going to earthquakebracebolt.com.
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