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What to Do if an Earthquake Strikes in These Locations:  
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Here is some excellent information from the State of North Carolina regarding earthquake safety. What to do if an earthquake strikes in these locations:

	HIGH-RISE BUILDING. Stay near an interior wall. Do not use the elevators.
	OUTDOORS. Move to a clear area, away from trees, signs, buildings or downed electrical wires and poles.
	WALKING ALONG THE STREET. Duck into a doorway to protect yourself from falling bricks, glass, plaster and other debris.
	IN YOUR CAR. Pull over to the side of the road and stop. Avoid overpasses, power lines and other hazards. STAY INSIDE THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE SHAKING IS OVER.
	IN A CROWDED STORE OR OTHER PUBLIC PLACE. Do not rush for the exits. DO NOT PANIC. Move away from anything that might fall.
	IN THE KITCHEN. Move away from the refrigerator, stove and overhead cupboards.
	IN A STADIUM OR THEATER. Stay in your seat and protect your head with your arms. DO NOT try and leave until the shaking is over.
	IN THE MOUNTAINS. Watch out for falling rock, landslides, trees and other debris that could be loosened by quakes.

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Source: State of North Carolina

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