Among nature’s most frightening and destructive forces are severe earthquakes and its dreadful after effects. Unlike hurricanes, earthquakes strike unexpectedly, violently, and without warnings. It doesn’t choose a time of day or night, nor pick out the place to strike next. If an earthquake hits a populated area, it can cause numerous deaths and injuries, as well as extensive damage to property. While there are no guarantees of being safe during earthquakes, identi (more…)