SST PPT IN DETAIL ON EARTHQUAKE BY MANAV.pptx

Social Science

2. EARTHQUAKE

3. Consequences Of Earthquake
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1. Ground Shaking
The most common and immediate effect.
Can cause buildings, roads, and bridges to collapse.
Damages pipelines, power lines, and communication networks.

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2. Building and Infrastructure Damage
Homes, hospitals, schools, and offices may be destroyed.
Roads, dams, and railways can crack or be completely ruined.
In poorly built areas, damage is often severe.
3. Fires
Earthquakes can rupture gas lines or damage electrical systems.
Fires can break out and spread quickly, especially if water lines are also broken, making fi refi ghting harder.

4. • 4. Tsunamis
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Undersea earthquakes can trigger massive sea waves.
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These waves can flood coastal areas, causing further destruction and loss of life.
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⛰ 5. Landslides and Avalanches
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In mountainous or hilly regions, the shaking can cause soil and rocks to slide.
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It can block roads, rivers, or bury villages.
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6. Loss of Life and Injuries
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Thousands of people may be killed or injured.
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Search and rescue efforts may be needed for survivors trapped in rubble.
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7. Homelessness and Displacement
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People lose their homes and may have to live in temporary shelters.
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In some cases, entire communities are relocated.
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Businesses and agriculture can be severely affected.
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Repair and recovery cost governments and people a huge amount of money.

5. Steps Should Be Taken While Earthquake
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• DROP to your hands and knees.
• COVER your head and neck under a sturdy table or desk.
• HOLD ON to the shelter until the shaking stops.
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• Glass can shatter and cause injury.
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• They may get stuck or malfunction.
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• Running outside can be more dangerous due to falling objects or debris.

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• Stay away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and power lines.
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• Wait until the shaking stops.
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• Stop the car in a clear, open area away from overpasses, bridges, and buildings.
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• Keep seatbelt fastened and wait until the shaking stops.
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• Don’t run outside during shaking.
• Don’t stand under doorways (not safe in modern buildings).
• Don’t light matches or turn on switches if you smell gas.

7. Earthquake Management
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