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This document discusses vertical evacuation structures for tsunamis. It provides examples of life-saving towers and tsunami refuges built in Japan, which are reinforced concrete structures designed to accommodate hundreds of refugees on upper floors. Guidelines are presented for the design of vertical evacuation structures from tsunamis published by FEMA, including the construction and reconstruction of traditional coastal dwellings within 100-200 meters of the coast in consultation with local communities. References are listed for further information on tsunami-resistant buildings and vertical evacuation.
Tsunami maps indicate 90% of tsunamis reach depths of 4.5 meters, focusing on vertical evacuation strategies.
Tsunami maps indicate 90% of tsunamis reach depths of 4.5 meters, focusing on vertical evacuation strategies.
Life-saving towers and tsunami refuges like Nishiki Tower and Aonae Elementary School designed for safety.
Guidelines allow for reconstruction of fishing communities' dwellings within 100-200 m from coast.