nepal earthquake Flashcards
1
Q
when did it take place
A
2015
2
Q
magnitude
A
7.8 on the MMS
3
Q
deaths
A
-approx 9,000
4
Q
injuries
A
-over 21,000
5
Q
displaced
A
-500,000
6
Q
economic loss
A
-10 billion (50% of GDP)
7
Q
prediction
A
-no prediction system
-had some seismic hazard assessments conducted by GSN
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8
Q
preparedness
A
-older buildings were vulnerable to collapse (especially in kathmandu valley)
-the NDRRM had a disaster management framework in place but was limited
9
Q
swiss cheese model
A
1) lack of public education and drills
2) slow response by government agencies due to lack of resources
3) had high population density and poorly constructed buildings
10
Q
depth of earthquake
A
-15km
