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MLA Full:	"Is it Possible to Prepare for an Earthquake?: Crash Course Geology #15." YouTube, uploaded by CrashCourse, 13 August 2026, www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYKSKBcifaE.
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Earthquakes are an unfortunate part of life on a planet with tectonic plates. And while they can be dangerous, we can also be prepared for them. In this episode of Crash Course Geology, we dive deep into earthquake preparedness to help you know what to do when the Big One hits.



Introduction: The Big One 00:00

Faults 1:50

Earthquake Proofing 5:00

How to Prepare 9:31

Review & Credits 11:29



Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RpwM8ZQPFk_DkzMJjMdtRrNGrJSNJ7FbgmQybSZ2Cqo/edit?tab=t.0



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