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What do I do immediately after an earthquake?

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What do I do immediately after an earthquake?

After an earthquake, if you're okay, you'll want to start checking others to make sure that they're okay. Check for injuries, treat the injuries as best as you can, call for help if needed and then also start to check for damage in your building and environment.

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