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- Link
to Recent Earthquakes
in the US
USGS
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- Link
to History of Past Earthquakes
USGS
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- Earthquake
Maps and More
Maps
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Photo
Credit - Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) - Nisqually Earthquake,
WA, February 28, 2001 |
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An
earthquake is a sudden movement of the
earth, caused by the abrupt
release of
strain that has accumulated over a long
time. If the earthquake
occurs in a populated
area, it may cause many deaths and injuries
and
extensive property damage.
The
real key to surviving an earthquake
and reducing the risk of injury lies
in
planning, preparing, and practicing
what you and your family will do
if it happens.
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NATIONAL
EARTHQUAKE REDUCTION PROGRAM
(76 page PDF)
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This
information has been developed using
the following resources: Centers
for Disease Control and Preparedness,
American Red Cross, Federal Emergency
Management Agency and New York City
Office of Emergency Management.
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Be
Responsible - Be Ready - Be Prepared
Your Emergency Preparedness
Team
Kings County Fire Department - Office of Emergency Management
280 Campus Drive Hanford, CA 93230
(559) 582-3211, Ext. 2634
www.kingscountyoem.com
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