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The document presents a preliminary investigation of building damage in Hatay, Turkey, following the Mw7.8 and Mw7.5 earthquakes on February 6, 2023, which resulted in over 84,000 buildings collapsing and more than 50,000 fatalities. Key findings indicate that the extensive damage was due to inadequate seismic measures, site effects, and low-frequency ground motion components, with some buildings surviving due to better design and construction. The authors, part of a Chinese rescue team, provide statistical
- Author
- Yuri Bessa
- Language
- EN