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The World Bank has approved a six-month extension of its $300-million loan for a delayed project aimed at strengthening Metro Manila’s preparedness for “The Big One” earthquake, after the Philippine government sought more time to implement key activities that have yet to begin. In a...

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...