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It means it is used to or gets earthquakes in that area all of the time
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Why is it important to us to identify areas which are prone to earthquakes?
For those zone, We can take action to forecast its coming and then lessen the lose during the earthquake.
What type of foundations should be used in earthquake-prone areas?
The type of foundations that should be used in earthquake-prone areas are solid foundations mainly made from concrete. These are commonly known as shear walls and tend to be firm.
Which northern state holds the record as the most earthquake prone state in the US?
Alaska.
Should Earthquake prone countries be allowed Nuclear Power Stations?
Earthquake prone countries should not be able to have nuclear power plants because what if an earth quake happens .The nuclear power plant could explode . And that would be very bad :[
What kind of material would be prone to liquefaction during an earthquake?
Wet soil, particularly sandy soil.
Is the uae earthquake prone?
NO
What state is the most earthquake prone state in India?
The states which are near to the edge of massive plates are earthquake prone regions
Disasters which delhi is prone to?
Delhi is prone to Earthquake. Prone areas - The areas which are near to Yamuna bank are very much prone to the earthquake. East delhi is the most earthquake prone area. Some areas are- Shahdara, Mayur Vihar - I, II, III, Laxmi Nagar and nearby areas, Gurgaon, rewari, noida
Where is the 2 most earthquake prone areas?
hati
How do earthquake prone countries prepare for earthquakes?
they use earthquake kits, MEDCs build earthquake proof buildings and use earthquake proof tables.
Are the regions or the countries particularly prone or vulnerable to the disaster?
are there regions or countries particuarly prone or vulnerable to the earthquake
Is Washington earthquake prone?
it is prone. In fact it is in the top five most quake states. So yeah it is prone to earthquakes. by Abbigail
What is the most earthquake-prone state in the US?
Alaska
Picture of earthquake prone areas on the world map?
you are 35007
Does Uruguay have any earthquake prone areas?
Ala mellassi
What kind of infrastructural and structural facilities are required in rural or urban communities living in coastal areas or flood prone areas or earthquake prone areas?
what kind of infrastructural facilities are required in rural or urban communities living in coastal areas or in flood prone areas or earthquake prone areas
Where do most earthquakes happen in the US?
The most earthquake prone part of the US is Alaska. California is the second most earthquake prone state and Hawaii third. According to the USGS National Earthquake Center, there is an earthquake of magnitude 7.0 or greater in the US once every few years.
