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Prevention measures
To play an important role
Collapsing
Landslides
Big mansions
Natural vegetation
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Houses that are at risk for floods may be built on stilts. These stilts raise the level of the house so that water can pass underneath it.
Trees and plants play an important role in holding soil together. Soil loses its strength when vegetation is cleared to make way for buildings. For this reason, deforestation can often cause landslides.
Many people choose to construct their mansions or homes on hilltops to take advantage of the beautiful view. However, doing so puts the home and its owners in danger of landslides.
Homes built in places at high risk for earthquakes must be built in a certain way to prevent it from collapsing. When built correctly, even tall skyscrapers can survive earthquakes.
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Exercise
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