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Fact Sheet: Earthquake Safety

An earthquake is a sudden, rapid shaking of the earth caused by the breaking and shifting of rock beneath the earth’s surface. Earthquakes strike suddenly, without warning, and they can occur at any time of the year, day or night. This fact sheet covers the steps you can take before, during and after an earthquake to stay safe.

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