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Why is Taiwan so exposed to earthquakes and so well prepared to withstand them?

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan was struck Wednesday, April 3, 2024, by its most powerful earthquake in a quarter of a century.  At least nine people were killed and hundreds injured, buildings and highways damaged and dozens of workers at quarries stranded. READ MORE: Taiwan earthquake: Live updates Taiwan is no stranger to powerful earthquakes yet their.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Alaska Records First Fatal Case of Alaskapox: Exploring the Viral Disease – The Daily Guardia

Title: First Death from Alaskapox Confirmed in Alaska In a tragic turn of events, health officials in Alaska have confirmed the first death caused by.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Anchorage sets record for earliest arrival of 100 inches of snow

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Even by Alaska standards, there is a lot of snow this winter. So much snow has fallen — so far, more than 8.7 feet (2.65 meters) — that roofs on commercial buildings are collapsing around Anchorage and officials are urging residents to break out their shovels to avoid a similar fate at.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines

Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines

Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

Russian missiles hit apartment buildings in Kharkiv, Ukraine

Russian missiles hit apartment buildings in Kharkiv, Ukraine.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

9 dead, 50 missing in Taiwan’s strongest earthquake in 25 years

TAIPEI — Taiwan’s biggest earthquake in at least 25 years killed nine people on Wednesday, injuring more than 800, while 50 went missing en route to a national park, authorities said, as rescuers used ladders to bring others to safety. Television broadcast images of buildings tilted at precarious angles in the mountainous, sparsely populated eastern.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Strikes Hawaii; No Major Damage Reported

HONOLULU - A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the world's largest active volcano on Friday - Mauna Loa on the Big Island of Hawaii - knocking items off shelves and cutting power in a nearby town but not immediately prompting reports of serious damage.The earthquake, which didn't cause a tsunami and which the U.S. Geological Survey initially reported as magnitude 6.3, was centered on Mauna Loa's southern flank at.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Earthquake of magnitude 5.4 jolts Philippines

Manila [Philippines], February 10 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 5.4 on the Richter scale struck 2km NNW of Maygatasan, Philippines, on Saturday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported. The tremors were felt at 10:51:30 (UTC05:30), at a depth of 12.4 km. According to the USGS, the epicentre of the earthquake was found to be at latitude 8.729N and longitude 125.710E, respectively. No reports of casulaties o.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Strikes Hawaii; No Major Damage Reported

HONOLULU - A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the world's largest active volcano on Friday - Mauna Loa on the Big Island of Hawaii - knocking items off shelves and cutting power in a nearby town but not immediately prompting reports of serious damage.The earthquake, which didn't cause a tsunami and which the U.S. Geological Survey initially reported as magnitude 6.3, was centered on Mauna Loa's southern flank at.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Earthquake of magnitude 5.4 jolts Philippines

Manila [Philippines], February 10 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 5.4 on the Richter scale struck 2km NNW of Maygatasan, Philippines, on Saturday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported. The tremors were felt at 10:51:30 (UTC05:30), at a depth of 12.4 km. According to the USGS, the epicentre of the earthquake was found to be at latitude 8.729N and longitude 125.710E, respectively. No reports of casulaties o.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Another bridge in Davao Oriental collapsed

A bridge in Caraga, Davao Oriental collapsed due to continuous heavy rains, following the impact of Tropical Depression Kabayan. This is the third main bridge damaged by extreme weather conditions since December 2023. The damaged bridges are still under construction. The collapse has caused isolation for some communities and led to landslides in Barangay Pichon, with at least 64 families sheltered in evacuation centers. The local government, alongside various agencies, is conducting an impact assessment to determine the damage to agriculture and infrastructure. Classes in public and private institutions are suspended until January 20. The community is rallying for strength and optimism amidst the challenges......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

P3-M damage reported in school building fire

The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) reported a devastating fire at F. Bustamante National High School in Tibungco, Davao City, on January 14, causing an estimated P3 million in damages. The fire affected 14 rooms, with nine being totally damaged and one partially damaged. The Bureau of Fire Protection-Davao (BFP-Davao) struggled to contain the blaze, which lasted for two hours. Fortunately, there were no reported casualties or houses affected despite the school's proximity to a residential area. Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing. This incident adds to a series of school fires in the region, with three state-owned schools destroyed in 2023. The BFP-Davao and Team Davao Rescue have responded to over 15 fire incidents in the first and second weeks of January 2024, indicating a significant increase compared to the same period in 2023......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

M5.9 earthquake strikes northern Philippines

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck northern Philippines on Wednesday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said. The institute said the quake, which struck at 12:05 p.m. local time, hit at a depth of 10 kilometers, near Pagudpud town in Ilocos Norte.Source: CGTN.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Magnitude 4.9 earthquake jolts Batangas, Metro Manila

magnitude 4.9 earthquake hit the province of Batangas on Saturday afternoon, a seismic event felt even by residents from nearby areas such as the National Capital Region......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu

Exploring the forgotten history of abandoned buildings in Cebu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

P1.1 billion released to restore heritage school buildings

The Department of Budget and Management has released P1.1 billion to conserve and restore heritage school buildings in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024