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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>A powerful 6.4 magnitude earthquake shook the Hormozgan province of Iran, causing significant distress among residents.</p><ul><li>99 individuals were injured and one person died due to a power pole collapse.</li><li>Structural damage with slight wall cracks observed in villages near the epicenter.</li><li>The worst-affected villages include West Gishan, Aab Shirin, Zartoo Bala & Paeen, Roodshoor, Gohareh Chelo, and Chahkal.</li><li>Residents are staying outside overnight for safety as aftershocks continue.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>In the event of an earthquake:</p><ul><li>Drop, cover, and hold on. Take refuge under sturdy furniture and protect your head and neck.</li><li>Move away from windows, glass, and heavy objects that might fall.</li><li>If outside, move to an open area away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires.</li><li>Avoid using elevators and ensure your emergency kit is within reach.</li><li>After the shaking stops, check yourself and others for injuries and administer first aid if necessary. Seek medical attention quickly if needed.</li><li>Stay updated through local news and follow the instructions from local authorities.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit that includes:</p><ul><li>First aid supplies, including necessary medications.</li><li>Water and non-perishable food to last at least 72 hours.</li><li>Flashlight, radio, and extra batteries.</li><li>Personal hygiene items and sanitation supplies.</li><li>Important documents like identification and insurance papers.</li><li>Warm clothing, blankets, and sturdy footwear.</li></ul>
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A powerful 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck Hormozgan province, Iran on November 14, 2021, causing injuries and structural damage across multiple cities and villages.

6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Iran's Hormozgan Province

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On November 14, 2021, a 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck the Ghale' Ghazi district near Fin city in the Hormozgan province of South Iran. The earthquake occurred at 15:37 local time and was followed by 88 aftershocks, with the largest measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale at 21:20 local time. The tremors affected one city and 137 villages, impacting a total population of about 36,484 people. Surrounding areas, including Haji Abad, Bandar Abbas, and Roudan, also felt the quake.

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