I was one of the lucky one in MO in that I was just outside the area of lost power in the ice storm, only power blinking a few times. Reading everyones posts about their experiences really got me to seeing how inadequite my preparations were for that ice getting to me.

I also got to thinking about the earthequake threat here in the Midwest and how it would effect me. I researched online sites and found I would be one of the lucky ones in MO, but realized how even though I wouldn't get damage to my house, the effects on life will be huge.

Very few people seem to pay attention or even have a clue how much a large earthquake at New Madrid MO will disrupt thier lives. The destruction of property will only be the tip of the iceberg.

The experts are saying the odds of a large quake hitting in the next 30 years are alarmingly large.

I for one am looking at what I have done to prepare for power outage and or quake and realize I am not prepared in the least.