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Turkey earthquake preparedness and urban planning

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Experts and officials in Turkey are advocating for enhanced earthquake preparedness through scientific ground ~~analysis and~~ analysis, strict urban ~~planning.~~ planning, and new technological advancements. In Eskişehir, engineering leaders emphasized that seismic risk must be assessed on a parcel-by-parcel basis, noting that geological features like groundwater levels and soil types can vary significantly between neighboring plots. Professor Erhan Altunel has specifically highlighted the risks posed by the North Anatolian Fault Zone and the local Eskişehir Fault, warning that buildings near the Porsuk River are vulnerable due to alluvial soil that may not sufficiently withstand seismic vibrations. In Nilüfer, Professor Okan Tüysüz warned of significant fault systems beneath areas such as Çalı, Tahtalı, and Kayapa, stressing that construction should be prohibited on active fault lines. To mitigate these risks, Mayor Şadi Özdemir announced plans for a logistics center to centralize food, materials, and machinery for disaster response. In Düzce, Mayor Faruk Özlü reported that approximately 80% of the city’s housing stock is new, a result of strict building codes and height ~~limits (maximum ground plus four floors).~~ limits. He noted that these measures contributed to zero casualties during the November 2022 earthquake. Recent technological developments aim to improve post-disaster response and infrastructure safety. Researchers at Boğaziçi University have developed a device mounted on load-bearing systems to measure oscillations and provide residents with immediate mobile notifications regarding structural damage. Additionally, Karadeniz Technical University has partnered with the Turkish Ministry of National Education to enhance the disaster resilience of school buildings through structural risk mitigation and R&D efforts.

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