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“Taal Volcano has the greater potential of triggering an earthquake in Metro Manila as it sits on the southern end of the West Valley Fault System. Studies indicate that a massive magma movement from the Taal Volcano could trigger seismic movement in the West Valley Fault System.” -pages 11 to 12
“The most significant risk is associated with the potential disturbance of the offshore Manila trench which studies indicate could cause waves of up to four meters high.” -page 14
“MMEIRs and other studies indicate that Metro Manila could be separated into four regions after a major earthquake due to collapsed buildings, elevated highways and bridges, and impassable roads and fire.” -page 17
“There are 13 bridges across the Pasig River many of which are simply not built to withstand the impact of a major earthquake” -page 18
IMPORTANT: Please see Key Vulnerabilities of Business Districts in Metro Manila below.
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