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Rebuilding of quake-damaged Louisa Co. school to begin

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Millions to participate in earthquake drill

Millions of people across the country and elsewhere are expected to take a break from what they're doing and take part in an earthquake preparedness drill.

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Nearly 600,000 in Va. sign up for earthquake drill

Nearly 600,000 Virginia residents are expected to participate in a multistate earthquake drill this week.

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Magnitude-6 earthquake hits Gulf of California

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Contractor picked for Washington Monument repairs

The park service announced Wednesday that Perini Management Services, Inc. of Framingham, Mass., has been chosen for the $15 million project.

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2.1 magnitude earthquake hits in Maryland

The U.S. Geological Survey is reporting a minor earthquake shook eastern Frederick County near the Carroll County line, but area residents likely didn't even notice the minor quake Saturday morning.

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National Cathedral gets $5 million for restoration

The Washington National Cathedral has received a $5 million gift from the Lilly Endowment Inc. for restoration of damage caused by last year's 5.8-magnitude earthquake.

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Mineral still recovering after earthquake

One year ago today the earth shook. In one small Virginia town - the epicenter of the 5.8-magnitude earthquake - the quake changed life dramatically. WTOP's Hank Silverberg takes a closer look at life in Mineral.

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Inside the Washington Monument during the 2011 quake (VIDEO)

The 5.8-magnitude quake frightened those inside the monument. Watch video from that day.

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What to do during the next earthquake

An earthquake expert who's lived through dozens of temblors reminds the Washington, D.C., region that it could happen again. But hiding in a doorway isn't not be the best way to protect yourself.

Tags: earthquake anniversary, Mineral, Va., Mark Benthien, Southern California Earthquake Center, The Great SouthEast ShakeOut drill

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