Unreinforced Masonry Construction Caused High Death Toll in Iranian Quake
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Publication Date: 29-DEC-03
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Article Description| Traditional materials used in most buildings destroyed by the late-night Dec. 26 Iranian earthquake contributed to the high death count, according to local observers. As international rescue teams prepared to leave the stricken city of Bam, close to Pakistan's border, some gave credence to reported estimates of over 20,000 fatalities. |
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