Deaths from future big earthquake in Philippines may surpass 50,000: seismologist
The forecast comes after a 7.7-magnitude quake in Myanmar last week left over 2,700 people dead and caused a building in ...
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DOST Region 8 to conduct more ‘Big One’ seminars
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will conduct more “Big One” seminars in Eastern Visayas to help people in the ...
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The ‘Big One’ and substandard rebars: A killer mix
When a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, tremors rolled through Southeast Asia. In central Bangkok, the ...
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Beyond the fault lines: A roadmap to earthquake resilience for Bangladesh
Located at the south-western end of Old Dhaka, Shahidnagar sits along the shores of the Buriganga River. The neighbourhood is congested with buildings and narrow alleys, like the rest of the Old Dhaka ...
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DOST-7 maps out LGU initiatives during calamities
The Department of Science and Technology in Central Visayas (DOST-7) is keeping its track in prioritizing disaster preparedness and response to ensure that local government units (LGUs) are better ...
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DPWH: Over 21,000 public buildings assessed for 'The Big One' preps
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has assessed more than 21,000 public buildings in preparation for the "The ...
9 Most Earthquake-Prone Places on Earth
Earthquakes are among the most formidable natural disasters, striking with little warning and causing widespread devastation.
Japan warns of megaquake that could kill 300,000 along Nankai Trough: What is it?
A newly released Japanese government report warns that a long-feared massive earthquake in the nation’s Nankai Trough could ...
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Gov’t tightens building regulations
THE Office of Civil Defense (OCD) on Tuesday said it would work with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to ensure local government units enforce stricter building permit ...