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| Peruse this site to learn how people around the world prepare for and respond to volcanic eruptions. What could the earthquake victims in "And of Clay Are We Created" have learned from the information on this Web site? Write a public service announcement for people living in an active earthquake zone that advises them what to do in case of an eruption |
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