Tag: Earthquake
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Blue Mosque Damaged by Earthquake in Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan
Overview The historic Blue Mosque in Mazar-e-Sharif, northern Afghanistan, suffered damage after a powerful earthquake struck the region. Local officials confirmed the incident on Monday, saying debris was scattered around the centuries-old complex, though the main structures remained standing for now. Rescue teams and engineers are assessing the site as concerns about further aftershocks linger.…
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Cebu earthquake death toll rises to 76, NDRRMC report
Overview: Death toll climbs as Cebu reels from magnitude-6.9 quake The latest official update from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) shows the death toll from the September 30 magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Bogo City, Cebu, rising to 76. The disaster response agency also reported 559 people injured and a broad reach…
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Cebu earthquake death toll climbs to 76 as relief efforts continue
Cebu earthquake updates: death toll rises to 76 The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) raised the death toll from the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Bogo City in Cebu on September 30 to 76 as of the latest 6 a.m. briefing. The agency also confirmed 559 injuries, highlighting the ongoing human impact…
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Bacolod Public Schools Quake Damage Assessment After 5.8
Overview: Quake prompts suspension of face-to-face learning Following a magnitude-5.8 earthquake on Monday, October 13, Bacolod City officials extended the suspension of face-to-face classes in all public schools on Tuesday, October 14. City leaders cited visible damage to some structures and the need for a comprehensive safety check before students return to classrooms. The decision…
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Bacolod Public Schools Damaged by 5.8 Quake
Overview: Quake prompts safety-focused response in Bacolod The city of Bacolod announced an extension of face-to-face class suspensions for all public schools on Tuesday, October 14, following a magnitude-5.8 earthquake the previous day. City officials cited preliminary damage assessments indicating minor and extensive structural damage, particularly in older buildings, and prioritized student safety above all…
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Bacolod Public Schools Damaged by 5.8 Quake – Safety First
Overview: Quake Impacts Public School Infrastructure in Bacolod The Oct. 13 magnitude-5.8 earthquake prompted immediate safety concerns in Bacolod City, where the local government extended the suspension of face-to-face classes in all public schools. City leaders and emergency management teams are prioritizing student protection as they conduct rapid damage assessments across the school network. While…
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Gossip Girl: Onstage During an Earthquake — A Host’s Calm in Davao City
Onstage in Davao: The Moment Everything Shook Last October 10, in Davao City, I was hosting the 25th anniversary of Borromeo Insurance Agency at Casa Mayor when the stage began to tremble at exactly 7:12 p.m. The lights swayed, the floor vibrated, and for a heartbeat I feared the chandeliers might step into a TikTok…
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Gossip Girl: Earthquake Onstage in Davao — A Host’s Real Quake Experience
Onstage and in the Moment: When the Earth Shook in Davao Last Oct. 10, at exactly 7:12 p.m., I was onstage hosting the 25th anniversary of Borromeo Insurance Agency at Casa Mayor in Davao City when the entire stage began to tremble. At first, I thought my hosting energy had finally unleashed a new kind…
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DepEd ramps up school repairs, ensures learning continuity in quake-hit Davao Oriental
Overview: Stabilizing learning after a powerful quake The Department of Education (DepEd) has intensified efforts to repair damaged schools and restore learning in areas hit by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Mindanao. On-site inspections led by DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara and President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. highlighted the urgency of rebuilding to minimize disruptions for students…
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Swift Police Deployment Eases Fear After Cebu and Davao Quakes
Rapid Police Deployment Provides Reassurance in Cebu and Davao The aftermath of back-to-back earthquakes in the Philippines—Cebu’s magnitude 6.9 tremor on September 30 and Davao Oriental’s magnitude 7.4 quake on October 10—has highlighted the crucial role of police in disaster response. Acting Police Chief Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. praised thousands of officers who…