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Mexico adds coronavirus social distancing to its earthquake plan

The Mexican government recommended that the population follow the established protocols in the event of an earthquake, such as retreating to areas of lower risk, but keeping "a healthy distance" to reduce the probability of infections in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.

"Given the current outlook in Mexico for COVID-19, in the event of an earthquake, it is necessary to follow the pre-established protocol for this event, keeping the 'healthy distance'," the Security Secretariat said in a statement.

The government coined the expression "healthy distance" as the main indication to its population . . .

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