Efforts to protect historic Seattle buildings from possible earthquakes decades away
Summary
Officials are working to protect Seattle's old buildings from potential earthquakes. These buildings, especially those made of brick, are at high risk if an earthquake happens. Retrofitting them to withstand a quake might reduce affordable housing.Key Facts
- Seattle has an 85% chance of experiencing a damaging earthquake in the next 50 years.
- Older brick buildings are most likely to be damaged in an earthquake.
- Retrofitting is a process of making these old buildings stronger.
- Retrofitting could lead to a reduction in affordable housing.
- The efforts to retrofit are aimed at increasing safety in case of earthquakes.
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