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If earthquake occurs in your area what will you do? .

Following thing will be done by us when the earthquake occurs in our area:

1. Move to an open area away from tall buildings and trees.


2. Help the children and old people to come out of their buildings.



3. Move away from the power lines, Building face, electric poles, chimneys, signboards etc.


4. Switch off the Main switch of electricity to prevent electric shocks.


5. Keep the First aid kit, torch, Drinking water because water and electricity supply is cut during the earth quake.



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