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Lessons learned from the 2006 Kīholo Bay earthquakes

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A Hawaiian Volcano Observatory volunteer demonstrates "Drop! Cover! Hold on!"—actions that can reduce injuries or prevent death during an earthquake. Island residents are encouraged to prepare for Hawaii's next earthquake and to practice these actions during the Great Hawaii ShakeOut (http://shakeout.org/hawaii/) on October 15. USGS photo.