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seismic evaluation in florida

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msucog

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for those that work in florida, is seismic activity typically a concern (it would appear to me that wind would be of a much bigger concern)? in particular, do you typically perform a probabilistic seismic hazard analysis since the seismic parameters are so low (based on a quick review of the usgs maps)? and i would think that if you were going to perform a site specific seismic assessment, your primary focus would be on liquefaction...is this a correct observation on my part?
i've never worked in florida but am trying to offer some assistance to a few collegues with their project down there. thanks for any responses and/or additional comments.
 
The FBC does not consider seismic loading.
 
Agree with UcfSE - Florida outlawed earthquakes.
 
Maybe they should outlaw wind too! That would solve most of the problems.

Joe Tank
 
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