Together, working towards a common goal (Web Page)
(L-R) Chris Nance, CEA; Michael Ramirez, San Bernardino County Fire Office of Emergency Services; Bunni Benaron, The Hero In You Foundation; Margaret Vinci, Caltech; Dean Reese, Ready America, receive awards during the 10th Anniversary Ceremony of the Great California ShakeOut in Long Beach, CA on Nov. 1. When it comes to educating people about earthquake preparedness, California has some of…
CEA Advertising (Web Page)
CEA is not-for-profit. Our mission is to help Californians reduce their risk of loss and damage caused by earthquakes through education, seismic retrofitting and insurance. Our advertising helps us spread our message throughout California and plays a crucial role in the success of our mission: Educate Californians about earthquake risk. Help increase personal and home preparedness if a damaging earthquake strikes. Help residents understand how…
California Earthquake Authority-sponsored auction, coordinated by iHeartMedia, surpasses $1 million raised to benefit American Red Cross in California (Web Page)
(SACRAMENTO) The sixth annual Get Prepared, California! Auction, sponsored by the California Earthquake Authority (CEA) and coordinated by iHeartMedia, raised more than $171,000 this year for American Red Cross disaster-preparedness and relief efforts in California. Total funds raised by the Get Prepared, California! Auction now exceed $1,060,000. The auction ran from April 3 to April 30 and was promoted on 57 iHeartMedia radio stations…
Great California ShakeOut helps Californians prepare for the state’s next earthquake (Web Page)
(SACRAMENTO) In the past two months, Californians have seen news of one deadly natural disaster after another—five hurricanes in the Atlantic, two earthquakes in Mexico, multiple massive fires in California and the devastation these catastrophes can cause. Each has served as a powerful reminder to Californians that natural disasters happen, often without warning—and that we need to be prepared. Earthquake risk is real in California. The…
World’s largest earthquake drill on 30th anniversary of Loma Prieta quake (Web Page)
(SACRAMENTO) Millions of Californians will practice how to “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” when the ground shakes during the Great California ShakeOut on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 10:17 a.m. This year’s drill will coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake that shook Northern California on Oct. 17, 1989. Also known as the “World Series earthquake,” the magnitude 6.9 Loma Prieta earthquake was felt extensively in Santa Cruz, Monterey…
Claim Professionals Resources (Web Page)
Key resources for Claim Professionals The following resources are helpful tools for the individuals who adjust CEA claims: Earthquake Event Reference Guide for CEA Participating Insurer Claim Liaisons (PDF): We’ve created a helpful reference guide of your requirements, duties, and responsibilities both before, and after, an earthquake. ShakeMaps: You'll find the most up-to-date, reliable…
Program Rules (Web Page)
CEA BB Login Policyholders, Contractors and Registered Design Professionals participating in the CEA Brace + Bolt (CEA BB) program are required to agree to and adhere to the full Program Rules and Terms of Use posted on the website. Download the full program rules: Rules for Participation in the CEA Brace + Bolt Program (PDF) Rules for Participation in the CEA Brace + Bolt Program - View the Interactive Version For policyholders these include…
Terms of Use (Web Page)
IMPORTANT LEGAL INFORMATION REGARDING THIS CALIFORNIA EARTHQUAKE AUTHORITY (CEA) WEBSITE Your use of the CEA website is subject to the conditions and qualifications below. By using this CEA website, you agree to accept those conditions and qualifications. No Warranties; Limitation of Liability. This website includes information, documents, and materials (collectively, the "Contents") that are subject to change without notice.…
Do-it-Yourself Tips (Web Page)
CEA BB Login A typical retrofit completed by a licensed contractor may cost between $3,000 and $7,000 depending on the location and size of the house, contractor fees, and the amount of materials and work involved. If you are an experienced do-it-yourselfer, a retrofit can cost less than $3,000. Owner-Builder Responsibilities Once you've registered for the CEA BB program and choose to do the work…
Hillside House (Web Page)
What is a hillside house? Houses on steep hillsides are often set on tall, narrow posts or columns, with or without diagonal bracing, and may have walls that “step down” the hill. These structural elements may not be properly braced to withstand earthquakes, leading to significant damage and even collapse during an earthquake. Hillside houses require an engineered retrofit.…