Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Making buildings more resilient DW 03/28/2025
Earthquakes cause buildings to stretch, compress or shear, leading to potential collapses. While rock and brick can handle compression, they fail under stretch and shear forces.
Alameda Hospital Among Those Scrambling to Meet Earthquake Retrofit Deadline | KQED
Governor Gavin Newsom has indicated that more than half of California's hospitals face significant safety risks in the event of a major earthquake, emphasizing the urgent need for compliance with retrofitting regulations.