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Scientists say it's not a question of if but when a massive quake will hit the U.S.. Hoda Kotb reports. AIRED, SUNDAY, MAY 21 | FULL STORY

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Secured belongings
The Fritches had the chance to see what would happen in a quake if their furniture is secured. Safety contractor Mike Essrig fastened down most of the big household items.

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PREPAREDNESS PLANS

What should I do? Follow the seven steps to earthquake safety

1. Identify potential hazards in your home and begin to fix them.

2. Create a disaster-preparedness plan.

3. Create disaster kits.

4. Identify your building’s potential weaknesses and begin to fix them.

5. Protect yourself during earthquake shaking.

6. After the quake, check for injuries and damage.

7. When safe, continue to follow your disaster-preparedness plan.

Credit: earthquakecountry.info; Southern Californa Earthquake Center

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