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An earthquake is a naturaldisaster which occurs when the surface of the earth experiences some kind ofshaking.This happens when the plates of the Earth move together, putting somuch pressure on it that it causes the breakage of the earth's crust.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}Whatever be the reason of theearthquake, it not only has the ability to destruct and damage buildings,houses,electric poles,trees, etc., but also to take the lives of living beings.Therefore, it isimportant for people to know about earthquake safety procedures.{#blank#}2{#/blank#}
One of the main reasons due towhich people lose their life during an earthquake is because they getpanicky.Though it is very difficult to remain calm when the earth under you isshaking,it is very importantto be so.{#blank#}3{#/blank#}If you are inside yourhouse or office when the earthquake begins, do not try to run out of thebuilding.This is because it has been reported that most of the deaths arecaused when people try to move outside the building.When you start experiencingthe vibration, the first thing that you should do is to get under a strong bedor table.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}You can use pillow,newspapers, blanket, big boxes, etc., to protect yourself from fallingremains.Another thing that you have to remember is that you should stay awayfrom china cabinets, tall shelves, mirrors, huge furniture, glass windows,sliding doors, etc., during an earthquake.This is because the shaking andvibration can cause them to fall.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}However,even if you do so, never use the elevator during an earthquake because theelectricity may go off, leaving you stuck in there.
A.Theywill help them to be safe during an earthquake.
B.Youshould ensure that you and your family are safe.
C.Makesure that you stay inside the car till the earthquake stops.
D.AsI said earlier, it is best to avoid trying to run out of the building.
E.Sometimes,volcanic activity can also give rise to an earthquake, too.
F.Otherthan this, it would also be a good idea to cover your head and face.
G.Thebest thing that you can do is to stay at a place till the earthquake stops.