Seismic risk assessment for hilly region infrastructure
Implementing Partner: Build Change
Project name:Seismic risk assessment for hilly region infrastructure in India
This project examines the factors contributing to the poor seismic performance of unreinforced masonry-infilled reinforced concrete buildings in hilly regions, emphasizing structural and non-structural irregularities caused by sloping terrain and functional openings.
Limited flat land forces construction on unstable slopes, heightening vulnerability.
High seismicity, combined with inherent design weaknesses, has led to severe earthquake damage, underscoring the urgent need for targeted risk assessment, improved engineering solutions, and adaptive mitigation strategies.
from earthquakes
buildings in India
Impact
1
This study is developing SeisVARA_Hill, an open-access tool designed to estimate earthquake damage and losses in hill-region buildings. It enhances disaster preparedness by providing critical risk assessments, aiding mitigation strategies, and improving resilience in vulnerable areas.
2
By integrating globally benchmarked fragility models, the tool improves the precision of loss predictions for buildings with structural irregularities in hilly terrains, supporting risk assessment, informed decision-making, and enhanced disaster preparedness in vulnerable regions.
3
The damage and loss estimates will guide immediate response efforts and long-term risk reduction strategies, ensuring targeted preparedness for seismic-prone mountainous regions. This data supports resilient infrastructure planning and informed decision-making to mitigate future earthquake impacts.
