The Loma Prieta, California, Earthquake of October 17, 1989 - Marina District


Book Description

Constitutes a unique collection of studies on site, as well as infrastructure and societal response that cover virtually all aspects of the earthquake. Provides the most comprehensive case history of seismic effects at a specific site developed for any earthquake. Includes: site-response analyses, behavior of seawalls, lifeline performance, damage to 4-story apartment buildings and much more. Over 100 photos, charts and diagrams.




Loma Prieta


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Some of these poems first appeared as Quake Poems ... in an effort by the author and Christopher Funkhouser to raise Earthquake Relief funds.
















Reflections on the October 17, 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake


Book Description

The Structural Engineers Association of California recently published, Reflections on the Loma Prieta Earthquake of October 17, 1989. The 184 page document features photographs, graphs & charts which include observations made by an Ad Hoc Earthquake Reconnaissance Committee composed of members from the four local associations. Recommendations to improve future codes & emergency response to earthquakes are given. The report may be purchased from the: Structural Engineers Association of California, P. O. Box 19440, Sacramento, CA 95819-0440. Phone: (916) 427-3647. Price: $40.00 plus 3.50 Handling & Postage.