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According to sanandreasfault.org, " The 'Big One' is a hypothetical earthquake of magnitude ~8 or greater that is expected to happen along the SAF [San Andreas Fault]. Graphic by: Alejandro Hernandez

Earthquake safety in cougar country

Alejandro Hernandez and Rachel Gonzalez February 24, 2022

Is VHS ready for a major earthquake? At 4:25 p.m on Feb. 10, Ventura was affected by a 3.9 magnitude earthquake that struck near Santa Paula. There was no reported damage, but it led to another question....

During lockdowns, students are instructed to turn off the lights and hide in their classroom to stay safe. Infographic by: Livia Vertucci

Ventura High School’s first lockdown drill of the school year

Livia Vertucci and Jocelyn Wood December 16, 2021

After the first lockdown drill of the school year and new security changes, what will lockdown drills look like now? In late November 2021, Ventura High school experienced its very first lockdown drill...

All classrooms on campus are equipped with a 'Safety Wall' and emergency supplies. Photo By: Acacia Harrell

Do you know VHS lockdown procedure?

Acacia Harrell September 4, 2018

There has been a major increase in school shootings in the US during the past decade. A non-credible, but still alarming threat made in Ventura County has left some students worried about their safety...

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