Bridges suffer significant structural integrity loss under successive earthquake and flood events, and these hazards can compound damage over time.
The study measures fragility assessment under multiple hazards to quantify how bridge stability is affected during successive natural disasters.
Data from various models highlighted the vulnerabilities of bridges in response to simultaneous earthquake and flood events, stressing the importance of updated engineering standards.
Findings suggest that current design practices may not adequately ensure the safety of bridges during overlapping disaster scenarios; further investigations are essential.