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Philippines to revisit 2004 earthquake study with Japan amid rising ‘Big One’ fears
The Philippines and Japan will collaborate to update a 2004 study on the potential impact of a major earthquake, referred to as 'The Big One,' on Metro Manila, with the revisit set for 2026.
The original study projected a 7.2-magnitude earthquake hitting the National Capital Region.
Based on the 2004 study, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake could cause up to 33,500 deaths and 113,600 injuries in Metro Manila.
DOST-PHIVOLCS Director Teresito Bacolcol stated that the study needs revisiting due to Metro Manila's significant population growth, now at over 14 million, and new construction over the past two decades.
Discussions for the revisit are already underway involving JICA, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), DOST, and PHIVOLCS.
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