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What Are Earthquakes Like?

Published December 19, 2012

Moving somewhere that gets earthquakes? 

Well, it’s worth knowing what earthquakes are like, then… be ready for some trembling.

Earthquakes, which can’t be predicted, occur all the time in seismically active areas. However, it’s only the big ones, the ones that hit over 5 on the Richter Scale, that you need to worry about.

Minor earthquakes feel like the ground is gently rolling. They’re un-easing, for sure; however, they don’t present a real threat.

Major earthquakes, on the other hand, warp the ground enough to tumble buildings and create massive cracks in roads. When these bad boys hit, you need to know what you’re doing. Learn how to survive an earthquake at Movingguru.com.

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