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Skyscraper comes down in Bangkok earthquake

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  • Watawattana
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    I don't think today is the day for trolling anyone on this topic.

  • Nick Carter icp
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    Looks more like questionable building standards, rather than the power of the earthquake 

  • Nick Carter icp
    Nick Carter icp

    Well no, the earthquake was a factor , but the building should have been built to withstand the earthquake .    Was the concrete below given  enough time to cure before the upper part of the buil

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Looks more like questionable building standards, rather than the power of the earthquake 

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1 minute ago, Nick Carter icp said:

Looks more like questionable building standards, rather than the power of the earthquake 

Now you are an engineer Nick? 
 

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3 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

Looks more like questionable building standards, rather than the power of the earthquake 


Unfortunate coincidence then ? 🙄

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7 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

Looks more like questionable building standards,

There was a crane operating on the top. Chances are it was still under construction.

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1 minute ago, Andrew Dwyer said:


Unfortunate coincidence then ? 🙄

 

   Well no, the earthquake was a factor , but the building should have been built to withstand the earthquake .

   Was the concrete below given  enough time to cure before the upper part of the building was built ?

   Shoddy building work in not giving the concrete long enough to fully dry ? 

1 minute ago, IvorBiggun2 said:

There was a crane operating on the top. Chances are it was still under construction.

It was.

We have multiple threads of course.

Videos here:

 

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10 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

Looks more like questionable building standards, rather than the power of the earthquake 

 

Where's that retired engineer who'll explain this was all caused by improper road gradient, and that additional signage would solve it?

The building should have become the "Office of the Auditor General".

Whatever that is.

 

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12 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

Looks more like questionable building standards, rather than the power of the earthquake 

Agree, nowt else moved.

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Wish them all the best!

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11 minutes ago, Andrew Dwyer said:


Unfortunate coincidence then ? 🙄

Unfinished building.

43 workers inside when it came down.

It was to be a Government Audit Office

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9 minutes ago, MalcolmB said:

Now you are an engineer Nick? 
 

 

   Just general common sense . 

Concrete takes 28 days to fully cure to get its full strength 

After 7 days of curing concrete has 60 % of its strength .

With the amount of white dust , it appears that the concrete wasn't fully cured 

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I don't think today is the day for trolling anyone on this topic.

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1 minute ago, Watawattana said:

I don't think today is the day for trolling anyone on this topic.

Or Thai bashing

Just seen a clip from a TV studio in Bangkok.

Was clearly felt, slight shaking.

Clock shows 13:25:38

 

17 minutes ago, IvorBiggun2 said:

There was a crane operating on the top. Chances are it was still under construction.

ya reckon?

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13 minutes ago, bamnutsak said:

 

 

    There's like to be many casualties .

Doesn't look  like many people would walk out of that 

It was so poorly built it literally imploded and came down on itself. Pure panic right now throughout Bangkok. Getting close to grid lock as parents rush to pick up children from schools, get home, and for some just flee. 

Tofu-dreg now also in Thailand? 😆 

 

Anyhow, strongest earthquake, I ever experienced. Strangely, the two earthquakes in my life I felt, both happened in SE Asia. (Even though, I've been to NZ and Japan...)

Chat has a hot take;

 

The recent 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has had significant repercussions in Bangkok, approximately 800 miles from the epicenter. Notably, a high-rise building under construction in the Chatuchak district collapsed, and tremors prompted evacuations across the city. ElHuffPost+2Wikipedia+2AP News+2

Immediate Expectations in Bangkok:

  1. Aftershocks: Following the initial quake, a 6.4 magnitude aftershock occurred 12 minutes later. Residents should remain vigilant, as additional aftershocks are possible, though their intensity may diminish over time. The Sun+1AP News+1Latest news & breaking headlines

  2. Safety Assessments: Authorities are likely to conduct structural evaluations of buildings, especially high-rises and older structures, to identify and mitigate any damage or vulnerabilities. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has previously considered inspecting buildings constructed before 2007 for earthquake resilience. Thaiger+1Bangkok Post+1

  3. Transportation Disruptions: Public transit systems, including metro and light rail services, may experience temporary suspensions or delays as infrastructure undergoes safety inspections. Wikipedia

Long-Term Implications:

  1. Structural Integrity of Buildings: Bangkok's soft soil composition can amplify seismic waves, potentially affecting the stability of tall buildings. Studies have indicated that distant large earthquakes could pose risks to the city's high-rises, particularly those not designed with seismic considerations. ait.ac.th

  2. Regulatory Revisions: This event may prompt a reevaluation of building codes and construction practices to enhance earthquake resilience. Emphasis might be placed on retrofitting older buildings and enforcing stricter standards for new constructions.

  3. Public Awareness and Preparedness: The earthquake serves as a reminder of the region's seismic risks. Authorities may increase efforts to educate the public on earthquake preparedness, including safety drills and the development of emergency response plans.

Residents are advised to stay informed through official channels and adhere to guidance from local authorities regarding safety measures and potential aftershocks.

36 minutes ago, MalcolmB said:

Now you are an engineer Nick? 
 

 

Now you are a newsman posting links from Facebook and an uncredited photo?

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