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Classification of natural disaster 3 : Geological Hazards
Natural hazards which are caused by such forces which originate
below the surface of the earth are called geological hazards.
Geological hazards can be classified as :- 4 : Earthquake The
sudden, mild or violent shaking of a part of the earth is called
an earthquake. It is caused where earth’s crust is weak. The
sudden vibrations can cause extensive damage on the surface of
the earth. Buildings get destroyed, trees can uproot and rails
and roads can get damaged. They can get sudden permanent change
in the river course. Sudden uplift and horizontal displacements
of earth’s crust can sometime reveal new sources of minerals.
Effect of Earthquake 5 : Safety measures during eathquake An
early warning of an earthquake can help people to evacuate their
homes and other buildings to minimize the risk of life. If one
is indoors he should