Seismic vulnerability assessment of buildings: case study of Al Khalifa district, Fatimid Cairo

A seismic vulnerability assessment of buildings in Al Khalifa district, Fatimid Cairo, reveals that many structures are prone to damage during seismic events despite Egypt's moderate seismic hazard. The study, part of a broader interdisciplinary effort for UNESCO World Heritage Site management, employed large-scale seismic vulnerability analysis and extensive on-site surveys of over 100 buildings. It identified key structural characteristics, deterioration signs, and failure mechanisms, highlighting the need for retrofitting to meet seismic design codes. The findings underscore the urgency of conservation measures to mitigate seismic risk in this historic area.

Hassan, M. M., Elyamani, A., & Mourad, S. A. (2022). Seismic vulnerability assessment of buildings: case study of Al Khalifa district, Fatimid Cairo. SN Applied Sciences, 4(11). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-022-05192-9