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The Muntinlupa City government has begun installing permanent West Valley Fault markers as part of its awareness and preparation campaign for the so-called “Big One” earthquake.   Mayor Ruffy Biazon led the launch in Barangay Sucat, joined by Director Teresito Bacolcol of the Department of...

The Muntinlupa City government started distributing go-bags to families living along the West Valley Fault, which transects several cities. A go-bag is an emergency kit containing essential supplies that can be used in the first 72 hours of a disaster. It aims to help families be ready in times of...

Earthquake-proofing buildings and infrastructure appear to be the weakest link in the national government’s efforts to be fully prepared in case a strong earthquake similar to what struck Myanmar and Thailand would jolt Metro Manila, an official said on Monday, March 31. Undersecretary Ariel...