Are Filipino people ready for the so-called ‘Big One’ earthquake that could possibly hit Metro Manila and its nearby areas?
The ‘Big One’ is a major earthquake with a 7.2-magnitude that could affect the residents living along the West Valley Fault.
In light of the recent earthquakes, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) released a primer on what to do when an 7-to-10-magnitude earthquake or "The Big One"strikes Metro Manila.
Strong ground shaking, said Phivolcs, may cause extensive damage to, or even the collapse of houses, buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure. Collapsed structures account for most of the casualties during a strong earthquake.
Falling objects may also cause injuries.
Other life-threatening hazards include landslides, rock falls, and other mass movements in mountainous or hilly areas. Sandy areas near the coast or riverbanks may also experience soil liquefaction.
The best course of action, Phivolcs said, is preparedness.
“The damaging effects of earthquakes can be minimized if we prepare ourselves for the event. Because a large-magnitude earthquake, either from active faults in Luzon of the Manila Trench, may affect Batangas as a whole, it is always prudent to prepare for such eventuality.”
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The devastating earthquake could kill around 34,000 people and injure over 100,000 individuals.If the magnitude 7.2 earthquake occurs, are Filipino people living in Metro Manila and its nearby areas ready?
READ: ‘The Big One’ Earthquake Might Strike Anytime, Phivolcs Says
Over the past few years, the local government units usually remind the residents along the West Valley Fault line to be always prepared.
The authorities encouraged the residents to attend earthquake drills and prepare emergency kits that could last up to five or seven days.
However, some residents remain unprepared due to lack of disaster preparedness in the event of earthquake.
READ: Here are the things you should know about The Big One, a deadly earthquake with 7.2 magnitude
Dr. Ted Esguerra, the Disaster Preparedness and Response Unit Lead of the Energy Development Corporation and the founder and course designer of Wilderness Search and Rescue Team predicted that if “Big One” occur Metro Manila would run out of food and water for a week.
Esguerra also believes that “The consciousness, the awareness is there, but the adjustment to really prepare is not there. Hindi nila way of life.”
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