Earthquake Myth DebunkedAfter every major earthquake, the "Triangle of Life" myth surfaces regarding earthquake survival. Though some pieces of the information contained in the myth may have relevance in other parts of the world, here in the United States Drop, Cover, and Hold is still your best option for surviving a significant earthquake. Our building codes in the United States prevent many of the types of earthquake damage experienced in other parts of the world.
You can read a great deal of information about this myth, including scientific responses to it at the following sources:
American Red Cross
King County Office of Emergency Management
Snopes
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