Earthquake-prone areas are concentrated in the southern part of the country, particularly around the junction of the Akwapim Fault Zone and the Coastal Boundary Fault. The Greater Accra Region, including areas like Accra and Weija, has recorded the highest number of earthquake events.
Other areas with recorded seismic activity include the Eastern Region (Amanokrom, Kade, Atimpoku, and Aburi) and the Western Region.
1. Greater Accra Region:
This region has the highest number of earthquake events, including occurrences in Accra and Weija.
2. Eastern Region:
Towns like Amanokrom, Kade, Atimpoku, and Aburi have experienced earth tremor events.
3. Western Region:
While not as frequently struck as other areas, the Western Region has experienced some earthquakes, including an event in Takoradi.
4. Other Areas:
Elmina, Cape Coast, Apam, Gomoa Fete, and Nyanyanor have also been hit by earthquakes and tremors.
REINFORCEMENT STRATEGIES
Unless your land has been banned from any residential or commercial construction projects that will house people, your land being earthquake-prone site does not necessarily mean we cannot take up your project - except that some reinforcements would have to be put in place:
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