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where infrastructure investments should go for preparing for natural disasters

Ideas on where the money should go:

For reconstruction, high-end materials that can absorb seismic shocks were used to reduce the risk of sudden collapse…

The hospital now has backup power and water systems and special designs and devices to ensure that critical medical facilities remain functional after a major earthquake, Hsieh said, adding that the hospital has prioritized disaster emergency training with its medical and paramedical staff because a community-based hospital must be able to offer first-aid treatment after major disasters.

A communication network with other healthcare providers in the area has also been developed so that a strong support system is in place in the event of a disaster, Hsieh said.

Ideas from:

http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2009/09/21/2003454086