RECONNAISSANCE REPORT OF THE 1999 COLOMBIA QUINDIO EARTHQUAKE

Abstract

A reconnaissance survey was conducted to Colombia after the 1999 Colombia Quindio Earthquake of magnitude 6.2. Outlines of earthquake and ground motion are given. The peak ground acceleration in Armenia City was relatively large in the modest earthquake of magnitude and the damage in Armenia City was hardest. The damage to buildings is described and the relation between distribution of damaged buildings and history of development of the city is investigated. The damage to lifeline facilities, especially water supply system, and its restorations are given.