Define flood. Explain any four possible precautions to reduce its risk.
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Define flood. Explain any four possible precautions to reduce its risk.
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Definition. preventing damage caused by floods by avoiding the construction of houses and industries in present and future flood-prone areas, as well as by adapting future developments to the risk of flooding and by promoting appropriate land-use, agricultural and forestry practices.
During a flood
Seek higher ground. ...
Be aware of flash flood areas such as canals, streams, drainage channels.
Be ready to evacuate.
If instructed, turn off utilities at main switches and unplug appliances - do not touch electrical equipment if wet.
If you must leave your home, do not walk through moving water.
Answer:
flood:
a flood is an overflow of water on dry ground. this is most commonly due to overflow in river , dams, snowmelt or heavy rainfall.
the other names of flood are - flooding , tidal wave or rain.
precautions of flood are -
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