How long do you have to escape a tsunami?
Know what to do in case of an emergency
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An earthquake can be a terrifying experience. Unfortunately, the terror is compounded if you live near an ocean. With many earthquakes occurring on fault lines out at sea, tsunamis can be a very real threat. Even if you and your home are unscathed in a strong earthquake, you might need to evacuate to higher ground to avoid an oncoming wave. But how long do you have to escape? And how should you go about it?
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