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Empirically Based Probabilistic Tornado Hazard Analysis of the United States Using 1973–2011 Data
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Tornado Risk Analysis for Residential Wood-Frame Roof Damage across the United States
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Performance of Residential Shelters during the May 20, 2013, Tornado in Moore, Oklahoma
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Residential shelter performance, in the aftermath of the devastating May 20, 2013, EF5 tornado that struck Moore, Oklahoma, was investigated by a reconnaissance team comprised of researchers from several universities. The ...
Vertical Load Path Failure Risk Analysis of Residential Wood-Frame Construction in Tornadoes
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Since the devastating 2011 tornado season, there has been renewed interest in understanding tornado wind loads and developing methodologies to reduce the risk of tornado damage. This study focuses on the assessment of the ...
Comparative Residential Property Loss Estimation for the April 25–28, 2011, Tornado Outbreak
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: The largest tornado outbreak in the United States occurred on April 25–28, 2011. The outbreak resulted in widespread destruction across the southeastern United States and was responsible for over $5 billion in property ...