The September 19, 2017 MW 7.1 CENTRAL-Mexico earthquake: Immediate observations on selected infrastructure systems

Lifelines and infrastructure systems are among the most critical operational components of an urban environment to ensure a minimum level post-earthquake economic societal functionality following major seismic events. The overall performance lifeline after September 19, 2017 Mw 7.1 Central Mexico earthquake was generally positive. extensive impact observed on fresh water supply network within City (CDMX), which resulted in temporary loss for nearly six million people, yet expedited repair work solutions limited severe interruption daily operations helped mitigate human suffering. road, railroad bridge networks were reported have experienced very damage. Less than dozen bridges indicated some damage areas affected by earthquake. Only few selected rail stations public transportation system (metro) temporarily closed up one month due structural electricity reestablished its full capacity four days. Several case studies regions ranging from epicenter (Puebla) presented this paper provide overview engineering success stories as well opportunities alike.