I am loosely involved with local disaster planning. I am located in central MO. The expectation in case of the New Madrid fault slipping is that there will be minimal damage locally. HOWEVER we will likely have a large influx of "refugees". There is also concern regarding resupply - much of our supply comes from the east - having to cross Missouri & Mississippi River bridges that will be closed for an indefinite period of time, if not from damage, from closure until inspected. Major power sources include Bagnall Dam, Callaway Co. Nuclear plant, and Labadie Plant (coal fired plant - supplies REA system) - all at risk in a major earthquake of potential severity predicted.

Remember, there's no such thing as too much gauze.: Agree, see above.