Ground shaking is a powerful predictor of Earthquake damage.  Most earthquakes are concentrated along the western portion of the US, but the Midwest experiences powerful quakes when they do get them; and the Northeast has gotten their share of earthquakes in recent years.  This extensively detailed QuakeSMART doc by Ready.Gov provides sobering statistics supporting the importance of preparing for disaster;  a risk assessment that can be personalized; and solutions specific to Earthquakes.  In Earthquake prone areas, specialized Earthquake insurance should be given serious consideration.