GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

NATURAL HAZARDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Where is a safe place to be during an earthquake?
A
Outside
B
On the roof of your house
C
In a bathtub
D
In a doorway
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Protect yourself by staying under the lintel of an inner door, in the corner of a room, under a table or even under a bed. Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, (such as lighting fixtures or furniture).

Detailed explanation-2: -DO NOT stand in a doorway. You are safer under a table. In modern houses, doorways are no stronger than any other part of the house. Doorways do not protect you from the most likely source of injury − falling or flying objects.

Detailed explanation-3: -During an earthquake, the house or the building can collapse and the bricks etc. can fall on the people and injure them, even causing their death. Therefore, if we would sit under a strong object like a table and hold it firmly. Was this answer helpful?

Detailed explanation-4: -In general, the ground floor of a building is the safest place to be during an earthquake. This is because the ground floor is less vulnerable to collapse and is less likely to be affected by falling debris.

Detailed explanation-5: -Doorways. Doors may slam shut and cause injuries. Windows, bookcases, tall furniture and light fixtures. You could be hurt by shattered glass or heavy objects. Elevators. Downed power lines-stay at least 10 metres away to avoid injury. Coastline.

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