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Earthquake Safety Tips:
There are many precautions you can take to help protect your home and its inhabitants from the effects of earthquakes.
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Make sure heavy objects are placed on the lowest shelves and store breakables in low, closed cabinets with latches.
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Hang heavy wall items like mirrors away from spots where people sit.
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Only ‘soft’ art such as tapestries or light posters should be placed over sofas, chairs or beds.
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It is also important to identify safe places under sturdy furniture and away from windows, mirrors or anywhere glass could shatter, in case you need to shelter in place.
For more extensive tips, check here:
Federal Emergency Management Agency
http://www.fema.gov/areyouready/earthquakes.shtm
Dare to Prepare (Earthquake Country Alliance)
http://www.daretoprepare.org
The Great California Shakeout: Drop, Cover, Hold On
http://www.shakeout.org/dropcoverholdon
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