"In every area of the world where there is earthquake risk, there are still many buildings of this type; it is very frustrating to try to get rid of them."

Charles Francis Richter, American Scientist

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"In every area of the world where there is earthquake risk, there are still many buildings of this type; it is very frustrating to try to get rid of them."

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