CORVALLIS, Ore. – The massive subduction zone earthquake in Japan caused a significant level of soil “liquefaction” that has surprised researchers with its widespread severity, a new analysis shows.

CORVALLIS, Ore., April 18 (UPI) -- U.S. seismologists studying the earthquake and tsunami disaster in Japan say the temblor caused significant soil "liquefaction" responsible for much damage. The ...

Of course it's a money problem. It's not like the government doesn't have enough money.....oh wait. yep wait for the next tax rise. Production of soil liquefaction hazard maps is not mandatory, while ...

During an earthquake, soil can weaken through subsidence and liquefaction. These processes can cause buildings to collapse as the soil becomes unable to support their weight. Researchers have now ...

TOKYO -- The Japanese government on Friday finalized the support measures for areas affected by liquefaction induced by the New Year's Day earthquake in central Japan. The 2024 Noto Peninsula ...

So do you think that maybe.... going forward that any new construction will require said mapping and will be paid for by the contractor. The maps will be provided to the municipality and layered over ...