Living with the earthquake risk
January 1, 1986
The principal hazards from earthquakes are surface faulting, ground failure, and ground shaking. In coastal areas tsunamis, or seismic sea waves, also are a potential hazard. We will consider each of these hazards briefly to assess their possible effects on the structures of man.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Title | Living with the earthquake risk |
| Authors | A. M. Rogers |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Earthquakes & Volcanoes (USGS) |
| Index ID | 70168810 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |