N. Korea adopts law on preventing damage from earthquakes and volcanoes
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North Korea has adopted a new law on preventing damage from earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, according to Yonhap News Agency. "The law stipulates principles concerning observation and forecast of natural disasters, prevention of damages and rescue activities," reported the Korean Central News Agency.