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State any three safety measures one should observe in the event of an earthquake.

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(a) In case you are indoors, move away from windows and take shelter under a table.
(b) Turn off the main connection to the gas cylinder in the kitchen.
(c) Always stay away from tall buildings and move to an open field.
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