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‘Great ShakeOut’ drill helps prepare Washington for the ‘Big One’

‘Great ShakeOut’ drill helps prepare Washington for the ‘Big One’

Thursday was the 'Great ShakeOut,' Washington's largest statewide earthquake drill and tsunami siren test. It was a time to assess where we stand as a state working to get ready for when disaster strikes.

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Patchy fog and cool temperatures to start the day but then lots of sunshine. Gusty winds near the Cascade Foothills. Highs around 50.

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