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Author Richard Haines, a frequent visitor to La Conner, has written about the impact a major earthquake would have here.

In his book, “Sudden Loss: Earthquake Realities,” Haines depicts the terrifying local consequences a big quake and subsequent tidal waves could inflict, including destruction of nearby historic Deception Pass Bridge.

The Haines account is a novel, a work of fiction.

Or is it?

Readers say that beyond character development and a lively story line, Sudden Loss: Earthquake Realities illustrates the importance of being prepared beforehand for the real deal.

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