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Why should we know about the natural disasters?
Answer in Brief
Solution
- To prevent loss of life.
- To Protect our belongings.
- To create awareness among youngsters.
- To be prepared with emergency phone nos.
- To be stocked with food, water medicine.
- For children and old age people.
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