March 5, 1987, Ecuador Earthquakes Mass Wasting and Socioeconomic Effects

This book provides an account of the 1987 Ecuador earthquakes, evaluating the physical phenomena involved and the performance of structures and systems. It identifies and recommends cases where an in-depth study would contribute to improvement of our ability to analyze and forecast such failures and our preparedness, warning, rescue, recovery, and rehabilitation systems. The volume also describes how state-of-the-art knowledge can be applied to improve public safety and welfare.National Research Council Staff is the author of 'March 5, 1987, Ecuador Earthquakes Mass Wasting and Socioeconomic Effects' with ISBN 9780309044448 and ISBN 0309044448.