Parliament's retro fitted Lead Rubber Bearings have been credited with its smooth ride during the Kaikoura quake. CAMERON BURNELL / FAIRFAX NZ OPINION: In 1994 a powerful earthquake hit Los Angeles ...
A primary reason behind devastation brought about earthquakes is that many buildings, especially in high-seismic zones, are either old or not designed to withstand strong seismic forces. One of the ...