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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The earthquake had a devastating impact on the affected regions:</p><ul><li>Six fatalities and 77 injuries.</li><li>Displacement of approximately 15,000 people.</li><li>Destruction of 700 homes.</li><li>Severe damage to 25 villages.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>Here are some tips on how to self-rescue during an earthquake:</p><ul><li>Drop to your hands and knees to prevent being knocked over.</li><li>Cover your head and neck to protect yourself from falling debris.</li><li>Hold on to any sturdy covering until the shaking stops.</li><li>If you are outside, move to an open area away from buildings and other hazards.</li><li>Avoid using elevators and be cautious of aftershocks.</li></ul><p>It's also crucial to communicate your location and needs to emergency responders as soon as possible.</p>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit with the following items:</p><ul><li>First aid supplies and essential medications.</li><li>Non-perishable food and water for at least three days.</li><li>Flashlight and extra batteries.</li><li>Multi-purpose tool and whistle to signal for help.</li><li>Copies of personal documents and emergency contact information.</li><li>Sturdy shoes and protective clothing.</li></ul>
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A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Sulawesi Island on Nov 17, 2008, causing significant damage, displacing thousands, and resulting in casualties.

Devastating Earthquake Strikes Indonesia's Sulawesi Island

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On November 17, 2008, a powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale struck Gorontalo Province on Sulawesi Island, Indonesia. The earthquake resulted in the deaths of six people and injuries to 77 others. The hardest-hit area was Buol Regency in central Sulawesi, where 25 villages were seriously affected. Approximately 15,000 people were displaced, and 700 homes were destroyed.

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