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Rebuilding of infrastructure |
Infrastructure and amenities are rebuilt and improved upon after a disaster. |
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Successes |
Authorities often develop stricter building codes to ensure infrastructure is restored at a higher safety level than before. Eg, Kobe, japan in 1995, Japan spent billions developing tech to build more earthquake-resistant buildings. |
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Limitations |
Reinforced buildings (built to protect against earthquakes) are not necessarily protected against tsunamis. Additional protection could be in the form of coastal protection structures eg breakwaters |
