# Are We Ready for the Next Disaster?

> California faces rising disaster risks but has tools to prepare for wildfires and earthquakes.
- Title: Are We Ready for the Next Disaster? | Shortify
- Summary: California faces rising disaster risks but has tools to prepare for wildfires and earthquakes. California's communities need proactive disaster preparedness…
- Keywords: california, wildfires, earthquakes, los angeles, food bank, abbott, disaster preparedness, business, local, Ready, Next, Disaster
- Source: Los Angeles Business Journal — https://labusinessjournal.com/commentary/oped-are-we-ready-for-the-next-disaster
- Author: staff-author
- Published: 2026-10-05T07:40:26+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: california, wildfires, earthquakes, los angeles, food bank, abbott, disaster preparedness, business, local
## California's Disaster Pattern
California faces more intense, frequent and disruptive natural disasters.
## Recent Wildfire Impact
Thirteen of the 20 largest wildfires in California history occurred from 2017 to 2024.
## Earthquake Risk
Scientists predict a greater than 99% chance of a magnitude 6.7 or larger earthquake shaking California within the next three decades.
## Food Insecurity After Fire
Nearly half of wildfire survivors have depleted savings while relocating and rebuilding.
## Business Response Shift
Companies need to move beyond disaster response to help communities withstand disasters before they happen.
## Disaster Packs Strategy
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Abbott pre-positioned disaster supplies for immediate aid during emergencies.
## Infrastructure Resilience
Strengthening food banks and healthcare systems can prevent crises during disasters.
## Key takeaway

California's communities need proactive disaster preparedness to withstand climate impacts.