Multiple factors make Afghan communities vulnerable to earthquakes
Zakeria Shnizai, Morteza Talebian, Sotiris Valkanotis, Richard Walker
Abstract
When a magnitude-6.1 quake struck Afghanistan in June, long-standing vulnerabilities — including a heavily faulted region, traditional adobe-style construction, and lack of enforceable building codes — were again revealed.
Topics & Concepts
AfghanEnvironmental planningComputer securityGeographyEnvironmental healthComputer sciencePolitical scienceMedicineLawDisaster Response and Management