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Natural hazards like earthquakes, of varying intensity and magnitude, are frequent in Portugal. Earthquakes generate serious and prolonged socioeconomic effects which impact not only buildings, but also lives of the citizens. In other words, the impact is both structural and non-structural in nature. Hence, in 2023 a project was started within the scope of the activities of the Portuguese National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, with a view to promote nonstructural seismic reinforcement of public schools. This project involves the participation of a group of public and private entities, such as the Portuguese National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection, General Directorate for Schools, General Directorate for Education, several Portuguese Universities, Security Forces, Lisbon City Council and the Professional Association of Engineers. Click to Read |
