For years, staff and students at schools have practiced drills in case the "big one" hits, and we've all been warned to have an emergency plan in place to deal with the aftermath of a major ...
In 1957, Vancouver took a decisive turn in its urban development when city council lifted the eight-story height limit in the ...
The Gas Company Tower is a modern architectural landmark and an iconic part of the Los Angeles skyline. It's also one of the city's tallest buildings at risk of substantial damage in a major quake. It ...
A newly granted patent unveiled an innovative energy-dissipation device designed to protect buildings, infrastructure, and ...