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Apr
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4/6/2009 8:18 AM
 According to news reports this morning, an earthquake hit central Italy, severely damaging a historic city and surrounding villages. More than 90 people are reported dead, and more than 1,500 are injured.
Here in St. Louis, the threat of an earthquake is very real. The New Madrid Fault is in the Missouri Bootheel, just a few hours drive away. You may remember last April, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit in Illinois – shaking homes here in the St. Louis area. Here are some important tips to remember about earthquakes:
During an earthquake
- DROP, COVER, AND HOLD ON! Move only a few steps to a nearby safe place. Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you're sure it's safe to exit. Stay away from windows. In a high-rise building, expect the fire alarms and sprinklers to go off during a quake.
- If you are in bed, hold on and stay there, protecting your head with a pillow.
- If you are outdoors, find a clear spot away from buildings, trees, and power lines. Drop to the ground.
- If you are in a car, slow down and drive to a clear place (as described above). Stay in the car until the shaking stops.
Here are some more tips on earthquake safety. If you want a speaker to come out to your school, business or organization to hold a presentation on earthquake safety, call 314.516.2753.
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