Which of the following hazards is most likely to occur several days to weeks after an earthquake?
A) fire
B) liquefaction
C) disease
D) foreshocks

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After an earthquake, poor sanitation and lack of access to clean water can lead to the spread of disease, particularly in areas with high population density or where healthcare infrastructure has been damaged. This can occur several days to weeks after the initial earthquake. While fires and liquefaction can also be hazards associated with earthquakes, they are more likely to occur immediately or shortly after the earthquake. Foreshocks are smaller earthquakes that occur before a larger earthquake and are not a hazard that occurs after an earthquake.

Which of the Following Hazards Is Most Likely to Occur