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California Earthquake Toll Seen Far Higher Than Expected
San Francisco UPI reports a joint committee on seismic safety warns California’s next major quake could kill hundreds, injure thousands, and cause widespread housing loss. Public utilities and transport would face major disruption. dams may fail, and water, sewer, and power systems could be crippled. State Sen. Alfred Alquist says land use laws will be key, with a final 1974 report guiding reform to limit building on faults.
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Legislative Committee On
Joint Committee On Seismic Safety
Alfred Alquist
D-San Jose