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Natural calamities. Presented by:-. MR. RANVIR SINGH P.R.T Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1,alwar Jaipur region. Rain :natural phenomenon. A simple mountain. The natural calamities are:-. Flood Earth quake. Flood. What is Flood. Whole city is flooded.
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Natural calamities Presented by:- MR. RANVIR SINGH P.R.T Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1,alwar Jaipur region
The natural calamities are:- Flood Earth quake
What is Flood Whole city is flooded • A flood is an overflow of an expanse of water. • Flooding may result from the volume of water within a body of water, such as a river or lake. • Due to snow melt.
Flood Safety • Don’t go to flooded area by vehicle. • Keep a portable radio. • Emergency cooking equipment. • People who live in frequently flooded areas should store materials such as sandbags, plywood, plastic sheeting. • Wait for rescue operation
What is an Earthquake • An earthquake is a sudden violent motion of the earth • For a short time, within a very limited region.
Damage to emergency services + Hospital + • Damage hospitals • Damage overhead water tank. • Disruption of electricity. • Damage of bridges Bridge
Coping with an earthquake If you are caught indoors at the time of an earthquake:- • Keep calm. • Stay away from almirah, heavy items etc.
If you are caught indoors at the time of an earthquake:- • Stay away from glass windows, mirror etc. • Do not rush towards the doors or staircase. They may be broken or jammed.
If you are caught indoors at the time of an earthquake:- • Get under a table or a bed so that you are not hurt by falling objects.
If you are caught outdoors at the time of an earthquake:- • If open space is available nearby, go there. • Keep away from tall chimneys, buildings, balconies and other projections.
If you are caught outdoors at the time of an earthquake:- • Do not run through streets; hoardings or lamps may fall on you.
After the earthquake • Switch off all appliances like the refrigerator, TV or radio. Turn off the gas.
Check if you or anyone else is hurt. Use first aid at least on the cuts and bruises.
Consult architecture and engineer to construct special structure for houses, bridges, dams, etc from the effect of earthquakes.
Question ?? What are the other natural calamities? TSUNAMI
Home Assignment • What are the precautions is to be taken during or after the earthquake? 2. Draw a picture which shows the precautions to be taken during or after the earthquake?