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2 March, 2025

Preparing for Earthquakes: Understanding the Risks and Taking Action in 2025

By |2025-03-28T03:26:58+00:00March 2nd, 2025|earthquake preparedness, Earthquake Retrofit, Earthquake Risk, Earthquake Safety, SDCAA|

The devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria in 2023 served as a stark reminder of the immense destruction that seismic events can bring. With over 50,000 lives lost, these disasters left many Californians wondering: Could a similar catastrophe strike closer to home?

Experts provide a clear answer: Yes, it’s not […]

4 February, 2025

Earthquake Preparedness in San Diego: Protecting Lives and Property

By |2025-03-14T20:47:13+00:00February 4th, 2025|earthquake preparedness, Earthquake Resilience, SDCAA|

San Diego, known for its beautiful coastline and mild weather, is not immune to the risks posed by earthquakes. Situated near significant fault lines, the city and its residents face the ever-present threat of seismic activity. According to the Southern California Earthquake Center, there is a 60% chance of a […]

4 January, 2025

Is Your San Diego Apartment Ready for the Big One? The Case for Seismic Retrofitting

By |2025-01-14T18:27:51+00:00January 4th, 2025|SDCAA, Seismic Safety, Soft Story Seismic Retrofit|

The 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Northern California in December 2024 serves as a sobering reminder of the seismic risks faced by all of California, including San Diego. While this recent quake caused limited damage, it highlights the urgent need for apartment owners and managers in San Diego to take action […]

3 December, 2024

Preparing for the Big One: Why Seismic Retrofitting Matters for Soft-Story Buildings

By |2024-12-13T14:45:48+00:00December 3rd, 2024|SDCAA|

As recent earthquakes across California have reminded residents, preparation for a major seismic event is crucial. Communities from El Centro to Morgan Hill have felt the earth’s tremors, underscoring the need for comprehensive earthquake readiness. For those living in soft-story apartment buildings, seismic retrofitting is a vital part of this […]

2 November, 2024

San Diego Earthquake Risks and the Importance of the 2024 ShakeOut Drill

By |2024-11-13T22:53:43+00:00November 2nd, 2024|Earthquake Risk, SDCAA|

In November 2024, earthquake preparedness remains a critical focus for San Diego due to the region’s significant seismic risks. While the city is known for its mild climate and picturesque coastline, it sits near several major fault lines, making it vulnerable to potentially destructive earthquakes. As part of ongoing efforts […]

4 September, 2024

Myths About Earthquakes And Retrofits Dispelled

By |2024-09-25T23:57:53+00:00September 4th, 2024|Earthquake Retrofits, Earthquakes, SDCAA|

Earthquakes have confused and terrified people throughout human history.

In ancient times, many people believed earthquakes were the result of angry gods, giants and huge animals.

The Japanese believed a giant catfish living at the bottom of the ocean would shake the Earth when he moved. The Greeks blamed Poseidon, the god […]

4 August, 2024

Why Earthquake Retrofits Are as Essential as Seatbelts

By |2024-09-25T23:24:27+00:00August 4th, 2024|Earthquake Retrofits, SDCAA|

The Northridge earthquake of 1994 is often cited when discussing seismic disasters because it is a shared experience for many. The 6.7-magnitude quake shook Southern California for just 10 to 20 seconds but caused $67 billion in damage. However, seismologists warn that the next “Big One” could be much more […]

4 July, 2024

Preparing for Earthquakes: Understanding the Risks and Taking Action

By |2024-09-25T23:11:47+00:00July 4th, 2024|earthquake preparedness, Earthquake Risk, SDCAA|

The devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria served as a wake-up call for many Californians who once felt confident in their knowledge of seismic activity. With over 50,000 lives lost in those quakes, Californians now wonder: could a similar disaster strike closer to home?

Experts provide a straightforward answer: yes, it’s […]

4 June, 2024

New and Old Buildings Face Threat from Earthquake Faults

By |2024-07-22T17:43:48+00:00June 4th, 2024|Buildings Vulnerabilities, Earthquake Risk, SDCAA|

Should new construction be allowed on top of active earthquake faults? And, what about the thousands of structures already perched upon these fearsome fissures?

These questions have played out in Hollywood and other parts of the Southland in recent years, where a worrisome weave of active faults snakes its way through […]

4 May, 2024

Enhance Earthquake Safety in Your Apartment Building for Investment Protection and Marketability Boost

By |2024-05-06T22:17:57+00:00May 4th, 2024|Adaptive Reuse, apartments seismic retrofit, SDCAA, Seismic Retrofit, Soft Story Seismic Retrofit|

Most older apartment buildings fall short of today’s standards for earthquake safety and fail to offer the types of interior spaces tenants want.

If your apartment building was constructed before the mid-1970s, it could benefit from an upgrade of both its structural safety and functional design.

Many building owners in these circumstances […]

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