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Bad idea: 6 myths about how to react during a disaster

By Cindy Waxer, Insure.com

Last updated May 16, 2012

myths about how to react during disasters

Like putting butter on a burn or sucking on a snake bite, some myths persist no matter how many times they're proved wrong. When it comes to reacting during a disaster like an earthquake, tornado or wildfire, a little bit of misinformation can do a whole lot of damage.

Here are some common misconceptions about disaster preparedness and what you really need to do to stay safe.

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