Write down the reasons, effects and remedial measures taken for any two disasters experienced by you.
Answer:
Earthquake: It is a natural disaster. It is a sudden shaking and movement of whole earth’s crust.
⇒ Reasons: Earthquake is caused by occurrence of disturbances inside the earth. The movement of plates inside the earth cause earthquake.
⇒ Effects: Earthquake leads to many loses of life, causes damage to the homes, buildings, bridges and many more.
⇒ Remedial measures: During this calamity, stay away from tall building and heavy objects. Take shelter under a table.
Flood: It is a natural disaster. It is a fast flow of water which completely covers the land.
⇒ Reasons: Heavy rainfall causes flood. Overflow of water outside the river boundary takes place. The another reason of flood is breaking of dams. Dams hold large amount of water and when they break, the large amount of water flows out and creates a heavy flood.
⇒ Effects: Flood can destroy everything. Environmental destruction takes place. If a person gets caught in the flood, he/she can drown completely and can lose life.
⇒ Remedial measures: Move away from the areas where water is overflowing. Do not walk or drive across flood waters.
