Earthquake Damage
Large Earthquakes May be Rare But Are Highly Damaging
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Statistically, most people will never be in a major earthquake (6.0 or higher on the Richter Scale). However, many of those who have experienced such a life-altering event could end up dealing with the same thing all over again a few years later. Learning the steps you can take to increase your chances of survival can go a long way.Geology.com: Earthquake Safety TipsFor more guidance, watch a video on how to survive an earthquake.Earthquake Country.info: Surviving and EarthquakeGive BackWhat helped you while you were dealing with the earthquake, rebuilding your life, and then were back on track? Take a look back at your journey and share with others what helped you and what you wished you would have known/done during your earthquake experience. You can create a profile, reach out to other survivors, join support circles or share your story by following the links at TheSurvivorsClub.org:Stories. For a charity that supports disaster survivors, consider contributing to World Cares Center: Get Involved - World Cares Center
Earthquakes often result in the loss of more than just property. In a major quake, there is almost always the loss of human life. Losing a loved one in a sudden and devastating event such as a major earthquake is a shock that often leaving an incomparable grief in its wake.Medicinenet.com: Loss, Grief and Bereavement Forums and Blogs Earthwaves Prediction Forum Geo-Earth Forums Earthquake in Los Angeles ForumAbsoluteAstronomy.com - Earthquake Forum 2008 China Earthquake Blog Google Earth Blog
