Poor engineering and the use of floodplains for building construction could contribute to the economic and human costs of a strong earthquake hitting Dhaka city, a leading expert has warned. The research data estimated that around 88,000 buildings – over one quarter of the total in Dhaka – will be extensively damaged. DNCC could suffer the collapse of up to 54,000 buildings, while DSCC could face the collapse of 34,000 buildings. The study identified several aspects of construction which could compromise the structural integrity of buildings during a quake. In addition to a projected 50,000 deaths, the 2014 study estimated around 200,000 injuries resulting from a large quake..

Source: Dhaka Tribune October 12, 2017 19:30 UTC