How does seismic hazard vary across Istanbul? Thoughts and questions about site effects.
Wondering about Istanbul? Me too. What are the best seismic hazard maps for the city of Istanbul that take into account not just proximity to the North Anatolian Fault, but also soil amplification/resonance?
Based on Turkey's national hazard map, in Istanbul, the southern areas are closer to the fault and therefore considered higher risk. It's not a perf…
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