We know that natural disasters can seriously affect various regions around the world. Unfortunately, we often see the effects of various disasters in our country. Especially large-scale disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes and floods bring the rebuilding of cities to the agenda. In our country, the reconstruction of Nurdağı is on the agenda.
In general, rebuilt cities around the world are often reshaped according to the disasters. Because humans have the capacity for self-development and stubbornness that no other living thing has.
Known for earthquakes, Japan faced disaster in 1923.
After the Kanto earthquake of 1923, the city of Tokyo was rebuilt. New buildings were made of earthquake resistant materials and the distances between buildings were increased. Hospitals, fire stations and other emergency facilities in the city were strengthened. New construction systems were developed to protect the structure.
New Zealand is one of the countries that rebuilt cities after the earthquake.
Earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 severely affected the city of Christchurch. In the rebuilt city, earthquake resistant buildings were built and roads, sidewalks and other infrastructure elements were renewed.
The USA is one of the countries damaged by earthquakes.
The 1906 earthquake in San Francisco devastated the city. The city was restructured by constructing safer and more durable buildings. Plumbing and fire fighting equipment were also strengthened to prevent fires.
Born from the ashes like a Phoenix, Chicago is one of the cities that was rebuilt.
In 1871, Chicago faced a great fire and was almost completely destroyed. After the fire, the city was restructured with the construction of more modern and safer buildings. Streets, parks and green spaces in the city were also reorganized. The foundations of the image of Chicago, the industrial area known today, were laid at that time.
Lisbon, which has survived the ocean’s engulfment at the last moment and has grown.
In 1755, Lisbon was shaken by a great earthquake and the city was almost completely destroyed. During the rebuilding, the buildings in the city were made safer and new planning was done. Some historical buildings in the city center were also restored. While many artifacts were destroyed in this earthquake, the Portuguese Colonial Empire was destroyed. The earthquake had a great impact on the start of the enlightenment movements in Europe.
The USA, which is frequently exposed to hurricanes, often raises its cities to its feet.
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans and caused extensive damage to the city. While the city was being rebuilt, dams and embankments were built to better protect it from flooding. The city center and tourist attractions were also reorganized.
Although Typhoon Haiyan struck the city of Tacloban in the Philippines, it did not wash away.
In 2013, Typhoon Haiyan struck the city of Tacloban and caused extensive damage to the city. During the rebuilding, stronger and more durable buildings were built. Infrastructure, water supplies and power lines in the city were also strengthened.
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