Bam Iran Case Study Flashcards

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1
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What magnitude was the earthquake in Bam?

A

6.8

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2
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What date was the Bam earthquake?

A

26 December 2003

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3
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What time did the Bam earthquake strike?

A

1:56 am

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4
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How many people were killed in the Bam earthquake?

A

26,000

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5
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How many people were injured in the Bam earthquake?

A

30,000

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6
Q

Why was the death toll so high in the Bam earthquake?

A

Due to the mid/brick construction of the buildings. 90% of which were destroyed

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What is the level of earthquake education like in Bam?

A

Very low despite frequent earthquakes

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8
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What was different about the rebuilding of the city after the earthquake?

A

It had to comply to strict regulations

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