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  • Modernization Of Garni Observatory Is Underway - Armenian Ministry

    MODERNIZATION OF GARNI OBSERVATORY IS UNDERWAY - ARMENIAN MINISTRY

    February 17, 2014 | 12:02

    YEREVAN. - Earthquake resistance of buildings in Yerevan remains one
    of the most serious challenges for the Armenian Ministry of Emergency
    Situations.

    Nikolay Grigoryan, deputy head of rescue service, said new buildings
    are being constructed in accordance with new requirements and are
    relatively stronger. But, there are still a number of unfit buildings.

    According to the clarified information, the strength of seismic hazard
    in the capital city is estimated at 8 points as compared to 7 points
    during the Soviet period.

    The Ministry official said activities on modernization of the Garni
    observatory are underway. They exert considerable efforts to turn the
    observatory in a large international research center. The Ministry
    is working with colleagues from Japan, France, Germany and Russia
    and with international organizations.

    Grigoryan said Armenian scientists made progress on making long-term
    earthquake forecasts. He also underscored importance of introducing
    the earthquake alert system through mobile operators.

    News from Armenia - NEWS.am

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