EEFIT Mission: February 2023 Turkey earthquake

Author: EEFIT

Date published

29 March 2023

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Free
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EEFIT Mission: February 2023 Turkey earthquake

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EEFIT

Date published

29 March 2023

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EEFIT

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Lecture detailing the EEFIT hybrid mission to the Mw 7.8 earthquake on 6 February 2023 at Kahramanmaraş: Turkey earthquake sequence.

This lecture examines the EEFIT hybrid (remote and field) mission following the devasting earthquake which struck southern Turkey on 6 February 2023. Information is provided regarding:

  • Siesmotectonics
  • Geotechnical observations
  • Structural analysis
  • Remote sensing
  • Infrastructure impact
  • Relief, response and recovery
  • Concluding with key messages
Reasons to watch:
  • Gain a better understanding of the impact of the Kahramanmaraş earthquake
  • Learn about coordinating remote and field investigation teams and mission strategies
  • Understand damage typologies and responses
  • Learn about the event’s impact on the built environment, infrastructure and communities

 

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