Survived One Earthquake? Here’s Why the Next One Could Still Topple Your Building

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27/01/2025 11 min

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Discover why surviving a major earthquake doesn↓t guarantee safety in future quakes. Experts reveal how factors like seismic intensity, structural integrity, and hidden damage play a bigger role than magnitude alone. Learn about load paths, ductility, and ground liquefaction, and why post-earthquake inspections are crucial. Find out why there↓s no easy answer when it comes to predicting a building↓s fate in the face of nature↓s unpredictability.

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