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Google earth mapping of damage from the Nigata-Ken-Chuetsu M6.6 earthquake of 16 July 2007

August 16, 2008

We describe the use of Google Earth during and after a large damaging earthquake thatstruck the central Japan coast on 16 July 2007 to collect and organize damage information and guide the reconnaissance activities. This software enabled greater real-time collaboration among scientists and engineers. After the field investigation, the Google Earth map is used as a final reporting product that was directly linked to the more traditional research report document. Finally, we analyze the use of the software within the context of a post-disaster reconnaissance investigation, and link it to student use of GoogleEarth in field situations

Publication Year 2008
Title Google earth mapping of damage from the Nigata-Ken-Chuetsu M6.6 earthquake of 16 July 2007
Authors Robert E. Kayen, WM. Clint Steele, Brian Collins, Kevin Walker
Publication Type Conference Paper
Publication Subtype Conference Paper
Index ID 70159149
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center
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