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31. Information on Some Disastrous Earthquakes

The chapter discusses several significant earthquakes throughout history, emphasizing their impacts on human life and infrastructure. Each earthquake's details include location, magnitude, damage, and engineering lessons learned, promoting the need for improved building practices and disaster preparedness. A focus on the consequences of these natural disasters serves as a crucial guide for civil engineers and urban planners.

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  • 31

    Information On Some Disastrous Earthquakes

    This section discusses the characteristics, impacts, and lessons learned from some of the most devastating earthquakes in history.

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  • 31.1

    The 2001 Bhuj Earthquake, India

    The 2001 Bhuj earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, resulted in catastrophic damage in Gujarat, India, highlighting the importance of seismic codes and engineering practices.

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  • 31.2

    The 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake And Tsunami

    The 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake caused a devastating tsunami, impacting 14 countries and resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life.

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  • 31.3

    The 2011 T¯ohoku Earthquake, Japan

    The 2011 T¯ohoku Earthquake was a catastrophic event that caused immense damage in Japan, leading to significant loss of life and economic destruction.

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  • 31.4

    The 2015 Gorkha Earthquake, Nepal

    The 2015 Gorkha Earthquake, registering a magnitude of 7.8, caused significant destruction in Nepal, particularly in Kathmandu and rural areas, resulting in over 9,000 fatalities.

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  • 31.5

    The 1976 Tangshan Earthquake, China

    The 1976 Tangshan Earthquake in China was a devastating natural disaster that resulted in a catastrophic loss of life and significant destruction of infrastructure.

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  • 31.6

    The 1994 Northridge Earthquake, Usa

    The 1994 Northridge earthquake was a significant seismic event in California, causing substantial casualties and economic losses.

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  • 31.7

    The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake, Usa

    The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake resulted in significant destruction and loss of life, marking a pivotal moment in seismic studies and city planning.

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  • 31.8

    The 1985 Mexico City Earthquake, Mexico

    The 1985 Mexico City earthquake, measuring 8.0 on the Richter scale, led to significant destruction and fatalities, primarily due to resonance effects on mid-rise buildings.

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References

Chapter_31_Infor.pdf

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What we have learnt

  • Earthquakes can cause signi...
  • Understanding seismic desig...
  • Disaster preparedness and e...

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