Riesgo sísmico de la ciudad de Logroño

Abstract

This paper contains part of the results obtained in the research project: “Resilient Logroño”. This work try to answer to the question: Is the city of Logroño prepared to face natural disasters? An especial treatment has posed in earthquakes because they are the most destructive disasters that can occur. This study deals with two aspects: seismic hazard and seismic vulnerability. In one hand, the earthquakes that have affected Logroño and its environment are described. In the other hand, existing buildings in the city are analysed to check if they are prepared to support a ground motion. Finally, the paper provides some previsions about building damages and human casualties that an earthquake with a macroseismic intensity of grade 6 could cause.