Re: Indonesian earthquake kills thousands
Posted by Mike Williams in Arroyo Grande on May 27, 2006 at 18:51:25:

The M6.5 - 6.7 Bam, Iran earthquake killed some 40,000 to 50,000 people. That same month, 2 people were killed in the M6.5 San Simeon quake. Obviously population density in the meizoseismal zone is a big factor, but building construction probably ranks even higher. The typical post-1970 wood-frame dwelling in the U.S. is remarkably earthquake resistant.

Mike Williams in Arroyo Grande, CA


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     ● Re: Indonesian earthquake kills thousands - Cathryn  22:12:17 - 5/27/2006  (37490)  (1)
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