Unsafe conditions - sendai Flashcards
1
Q
Gdp per capita
A
$37 500
2
Q
Earthquake magnitude
A
9
3
Q
Economic cost
A
$210 billion
4
Q
Deaths
A
19 000
5
Q
Wave height
A
40m
6
Q
Building type
A
Buildings over 4 storeys earthquake proofed with deep foundations and absorption systems signposted, also tsunami water able to rush through building without destroying it
7
Q
Warning
A
10 minute tsunami warning via mobile phone, sirens and telephones
