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To: TenaciousZ; OwenKellogg
A Quotation from the Red Cross article linked above:

"...The American Red Cross has not recommended use of a doorway for earthquake protection for more than a decade. The problem is that many doorways are not built into the structural integrity of a building, and may not offer protection. Also, simply put, doorways are not suitable for more than one person at a time."

They do recommend "Drop, cover, and hold on to something." They also admit that the "triangle of life" is a valid strategy, just not the only one.

9 posted on 12/27/2004 1:21:57 AM PST by Swordmaker (Tagline now open, please ring bell.)
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To: Swordmaker
How about we just all agree not to live where this kind of thing happens.

I'll vote for that.

Anyone else?

L

10 posted on 12/27/2004 1:25:59 AM PST by Lurker ("I answer to you, 'F*** you-I shall die on my feet.!" Oriana Fallaci.)
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