Requirement for an Advanced National Seismic System An Assessment of Seismic Monitoring in the U.S

An assessment of the status, needs, & associated costs of seismic monitoring in the U.S. It sets down the requirement for an effective, national seismic monitoring strategy & an advanced system linking national, regional, & urban monitoring networks. Seismic monitoring is vital to meet the Nation's needs for timely & accurate information used in reducing the loss of life & property from earthquakes, tsunamis, & volcanic eruptions. Chapters: assessment of existing systems & networks; overview of an Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS), & infrastructure requirements; information products & services; & action items for an ANSS. Illustrated.Groat, Charles B. is the author of 'Requirement for an Advanced National Seismic System An Assessment of Seismic Monitoring in the U.S' with ISBN 9780756703882 and ISBN 0756703883.