Water storage tank in an earthquake
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The design brief suggests that a 1000 L black-colored water tank be placed on the roof of the tele-medicine center. 1000 liters of water masses 1000 kilograms, or over 2400 lbs. This will be a major hazard in an earthquake. Not only is there the dead weight, but water sloshing in a partially filled tank could considerably magnify the lateral forces on the roof.
Since the site is sloped, we can position the tank separate from the building, as high up the hill as needed to get a desirable water pressure in the buildings.
