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Five Things To Do After An Earthquake

Keep yourself, your family and your pets safe.

According to the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley, there are several things you should do after an earthquake. They include, but are not limited to:

1. Each time you feel an aftershock, drop, cover and hold on. Aftershocks frequently occur minutes, days, weeks and even months following an earthquake.

2. Look quickly for damage in and around your home and get everyone out if your home is unsafe.

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3. Listen to a portable, battery-operated or hand-crank radio for updated emergency information and instructions.

3. Open closet and cabinet doors carefully as contents may have shifted.

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4. Keep animals under your direct control.

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