TECHNOLOGIES FOR PREVENTING ACCIDENTS IN WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS DURING EARTHQUAKES

Abstract

Earthquakes cause significant damage to urban infrastructure, particularly water supply systems that are essential for public safety and emergency response. Failures in pipelines, pumping stations, reservoirs, and distribution networks can lead to water shortages, flooding, contamination, and secondary disasters. This study analyzes modern technologies and engineering approaches used to prevent accidents in water supply systems during seismic events. The research focuses on seismic-resistant pipeline materials, automatic shutoff valves, IoT-based monitoring systems, pressure control technologies, and smart emergency management systems. The study also evaluates international practices from seismically active countries such as Japan and United States. The results indicate that integrating smart sensors, seismic monitoring devices, and automated control systems significantly improves the resilience and operational reliability of urban water supply networks. The proposed recommendations can be applied in seismic regions to reduce infrastructure losses and enhance public safety.