Seismic Safety Plan Background Report,City Plan Case No. 24880.

摘要

The report discusses the nature of earthquakes,particularly as to how they are measured in magnitude and intensity. Material is also devoted to the location of structures and improvement in building design. A case study of the 1971San Fernando Earthquake is a part of the report. A discussion of risks and modification techniques is made. Definitions and review of liquefaction problems,landslides,tsunamis and seiches complete the report.