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futurespacecadet t1_j7iiznj wrote

is this due to the building quality there or the severity of the earthquake?

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buffinita t1_j7il029 wrote

Yes.

7.8 is MASSIVE

Bad building codes lead to weak buildings

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DanSantos t1_j7mr9mx wrote

Probably both. Concrete and other very rigid structures are more likely to break. Wood buildings sway and are known to survive earthquakes. Source: we had a big one in AK a few years back and a friend was our town building inspector. He said my home was likely safer than a newer concrete construction because it was wood.

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jcamp088 t1_j7jetln wrote

Just wait until it happens in US.

Not much you can really do.

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