The L'Aquila, Italy earthquake of 6 April 2009: A preliminary field report by EEFIT

This report represents the preliminary findings from the earthquake of Italy on 6th April 2009, which is aimed at helping further teams plan their reconnaissance and act as a means to disseminate the factual findings, including photographs and other exhibits. It highlights main objectives of recent EEFIT missions such as (i) the detailed technical evaluation of the performance of structures, foundations, civil engineering works and industrial plant within the affected region; (ii) the collection of local geological and seismographic data, including strong motion records; (iii) assessment the effectiveness of earthquake protection methods, including repair and retrofit, to make comparisons of the actual performance of structures with the expectations of designers; (iv) the study disaster management procedures and socio-economic effects of the earthquake, including human casualties.