Up to 46,993 casualties and 156,000 injuries could occur if a 7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes Metro Manila, warned former Office of Civil Defense (OCD) administrator Alexander Pama on Wednesday. Speaking at the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction held at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay, Pama emphasized the potentially devastating impact on Metro … Read more
Gustavo González, United Nations (UN) coordinator in the Philippines, has sounded the alarm for the country to prepare for the eventuality of a catastrophic disaster or “big one,” as the threat of super typhoons, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes intensifies. He emphasized that climate change is exacerbating these natural hazards, which are already a significant concern … Read more
In the aftermath of a 7.6-magnitude earthquake in Peru, a Facebook post has once again gone viral, warning Filipinos about the potential occurrence of “The Big One” in the Philippines. The post, which has sparked widespread attention and concern, emphasizes the possibility of a massive earthquake and high tsunami impacting the nation. The viral post … Read more
In the archipelago nation of the Philippines, seismic activity is a constant concern, and recent statements from experts at the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) shed light on the potential for multiple significant earthquakes rather than a single catastrophic event, challenging the conventional notion of a singular “Big One.” Jeffrey Perez, a Supervising … Read more
In the face of the ongoing threat of strong earthquakes in the Philippines, a unique innovation from Japan brings hope to the aspect of preparedness during calamities. Japan is promoting the concept of chairs that can be converted into helmets in the event of a severe ground shake. With the rising fear and apprehension of … Read more
On Monday, January 22, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised the alarm about potential hazards that could threaten the Greater Metro Manila Area (GMMA) in the event of the so-called “Big One.” The discussion took place during an event titled “MAGHANDA: Communicating Hazards, Risks, and Early Warning for Policymakers.” Phivolcs Science Research … Read more