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Earthquakes
An earthquake happens when two blocks of the earth suddenly slip past one another. Earthquakes strike suddenly, violently, and without warning at any time of the day or night. If an earthquake occurs in a populated area, it may cause property damage, injuries, and even deaths. If you live in a coastal area, there is the possibility of a tsunami. Damage from earthquakes can also lead to floods or fires.
Although there are no guarantees of safety during an earthquake, you can take actions to protect yourself. You should have a disaster plan. Being prepared can help reduce fear, anxiety and losses.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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- Earthquakes(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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Overviews
- Earthquake(American Red Cross)
- Earthquakes(Dept. of Homeland Security)
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Coping
- Guidance for Caregivers: Children or Teens Who Had a Loved One Die in the Earthquake(National Child Traumatic Stress Network)
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Related Issues
- Earthquakes and Fire Safety(United States Fire Administration)
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- Landslides and Mudslides(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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Journal Articles
References and abstracts from MEDLINE/PubMed (National Library of Medicine)
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Dictionaries/Glossaries
- Earthquake Glossary(U.S. Geological Survey)
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Organizations
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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- Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Statistics
- Earthquake Facts(U.S. Geological Survey)
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Children
- Earthquakes for Kids(U.S. Geological Survey)
- Parent Guidelines for Helping Children After an Earthquake(National Child Traumatic Stress Network)
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Earthquakes - Multiple Languages
