Empirical amplification factors for seismic microzonation studies in volcanic regions: the study case of Mt. Etna (Italy)
Quantifying local seismic amplification is essential for seismic microzonation (SM) and risk mitigation. Volcanic regions are particularly challenging due to complex stratigraphy, pronounced lateral heterogeneities, and topographic effects that strongly influence seismic wave propagation. We present an empirical charac...