2016
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Effects of Topographic and Geological Features on Building Damage Caused by 2015.4.25 Mw7.8 Gorkha Earthquake in Nepal: A Preliminary Investigation Report

  • Wang, F.
  • Miyajima, M.
  • Dahal, R.
  • Timilsina, M.
  • Li, T.
  • Fujiu, M.
  • Kuwada, Y.
  • Zhao, Q.
  • Summary
The 2015.4.25 Gorkha earthquake affected about eight million people in Nepal. Most injuries and loss of life were due to building collapse and damage. This work aims to investigate the topographical and geological effects on the severe damage caused by this earthquake.