Where are my home's utilities?

Where are my home's utilities?

Mark Benthien (Director of Communication, Education, and Outreach, Southern California Earthquake Center ) gives expert video advice on: What are the key considerations when preparing for an earthquake? and more...

It's important to know how to turn off your utilities if you need to after an earthquake. You want to know where to turn off your electricity, your gas and your water in the event of an earthquake. The circuit breaker for electricity is usually at the side of your house, along with your gas valve. Turning off the water is usually done by a valve that's closer to the street.