Likoma Posted August 18, 2013 Report Share Posted August 18, 2013 I see today on stuff that GNS is saying there is a high chance of another large shock. So we thought it a good time to share what we have done to try and make sure our fish and tanks are as safe and secure as possible. First up we have checked the bracing of the tanks and the units and added a bit more cross bracing to a couple.( Large tall tanks have been attached to stands with ratchets. The ratchets run over the bracing panels.) We have also checked the flooring structures under the tanks. Secondly, we inspected the hard scape in all the tanks to make sure all the large rock work is stable, where we think there is a chance it could move, we have adjusted to make it more secure. If any fall in a quake we don’t want them to smash a panel of glass! Thirdly we have checked all of the lids and lowered the water level a bit – we found the movement in the quake was enough to push the glass lids off, fortunately none broke but we would prefer they didn’t come off in the first place! Fourth, we have put RCDs on all electrical points – this is to make sure we don’t blow anything up. Fifth, we have moved any heavy objects from above tanks (yes we should have done this a while ago!) and just stored light stuff. Finally I have bought a paint-mixing attachment for a drill. I have ensured that the drill batteries are charged. In th event of power going off this is an easy way to ensure oxygenation. If you have any other ideas that might help people prepare better for anther quake – please feel free to share! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David R Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 I've been thinking about this very subject lately too, been considering buying a cheap paddling pool or large plastic trough to use in the event of a catastrophic tank failure.. http://youtu.be/cee_67bdnu0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LYNDYLOO Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Fish bins from the warehouse are always a good option as an emergency set up :-) Depending on how BIGGGGGG your fish are of course lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabid Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 David you need a full size swimming pool :f77: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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