Question 11

Suppose you are outside your home and an earthquake strikes. What precaution would you take to protect yourself?

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Solution

Some of the precautions are:
a. Try to move to an open space.
b. We should not take shelter under trees, buildings or overhead power lines.
c. If travelling in a bus or a car, then do not come out when an earthquake strikes. Ask the driver to drive in an open field.

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