Earthquake Safety

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What should you do during an earthquake if you are inside a building?

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Drop, cover, and hold beneath a sturdy table or against an inner wall.

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What is a base-isolated building?

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A building designed to reduce the amount of energy that reaches it during an earthquake, resting on shock-absorbing springs or rubber pads.

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What is a tsunami?

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A large wave formed by water displaced by an earthquake.

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Can we predict earthquakes?

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No, earthquakes are not predictable.

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What is an aftershock?

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An earthquake that occurs after a large earthquake in the same area.

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What should you do during an earthquake if you are outside?

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Move to an open area away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and utility wires.

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What is liquefaction?

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A phenomenon where saturated soil loses its strength and behaves like a liquid during an earthquake.

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What are some ways to prepare for an earthquake?

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Create an emergency kit, develop a family emergency plan, and secure heavy furniture.

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What is the Richter scale?

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A scale used to measure the magnitude of an earthquake.

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What is seismic activity?

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The frequency and intensity of earthquakes in a given area.