What Caused the Collapse of So Many Buildings Due to Earthquakes in Venezuela
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Recent earthquakes in Venezuela have caused significant destruction, primarily due to old buildings, non-compliance with construction regulations, and geographical factors. The powerful tremors, among the strongest in over a century, resulted in over 900 fatalities, with numbers expected to rise. Experts from Microsoft analyzed satellite images revealing that about one-third of nearly 30,000 structures in Catia La Mar were damaged. Factors like rapid construction during oil booms and poor adherence to seismic safety practices contributed to the devastation. Many older buildings, built before modern standards, and those on soft soil were particularly vulnerable to collapse.
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