The Loma Prieta earthquake struck the San Francisco area on October 17, 1989, causing 63 deaths and $10 billion worth of damage. This book reviews existing research on the Loma Prieta quake and draws from it practical lessons that could be applied to other earthquake-prone areas of the country. The volume contains seven keynote papers presented at a symposium on the earthquake and includes an overview written by the committee offering recommendations to improve seismic safety and earthquake awareness in parts of the country susceptible to earthquakes.

Constitutes a unique collection of studies on site, as well as infrastructure and societal response that cover virtually all aspects of the earthquake. Provides the most comprehensive case history of seismic effects at a specific site developed for any earthquake. Includes: site-response analyses, behavior of seawalls, lifeline performance, damage to 4-story apartment buildings and much more. Over 100 photos, charts and diagrams.