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“Truth never damages a cause that is just.”
– Mohandas K. Gandhi
…for those who feel this information should not go out.
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It is high time the clueless residents of Metro Manila knew for themselves about the danger the public is only NOW being warned about.
If you want to be sure whether you, your loved ones and family –your house and properties, specifically, are in harm’s way or not, please get the answer from my post
“Is your house standing on an earthquake faultline?”
There you can find maps on the Marikina Valley faultline that I assembled and tweaked (note: nowhere else will you find these customised maps available) which pinpoint the affected barangays and subdivisions in clear detail, showing even the NAMES OF STREETS and exact location where a major faultline capable of generating a 7.2 magnitude earthquake lurks.
Spread the word.
As there is truth to the saying POWER IN INFORMATION, you now have in your hands a life-saving revelation to somebody who needs to hear it. Just maybe you know someone living in or near any of the subdivisions mentioned in my post, please do them a great favor by texting them this address:
→ tulisanes.wordpress.com
It may be someday many people’s lives will be saved if we just care enough and selflessly share what to others could be very important and very real. The lives of people may just depend on your willingness to let them know what you know. It may be for them time is running out….
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Hindi naman natin yan mapipigilan…..talagang mangyayari yan…ako sa ortigas nakatira…basta kung manyari yan magkakasama kami ng mahal ko sa buhay
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Hi, Eastwood City which is full of high rise bldgs, is merely half km away fm the faultline. What is the likelihood the impact of a magnitude 7 will be severe in the area?
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Yesterday 10may2017 i heard a news that Our goot government prepared an evacuation place in lubao and in mexico pampanga… we are too much meters away from your fault but we tremble… are those nearby just partying…??..
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this news is sickening. we are located in Brgy Sta Cruz, which pointed out as red one. why.this was not tackled in.the news? we have seminar and Antipolo was not mentioned. Just checking the net because we wanted to acquire a property somewhere in san Luis.
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Why, indeed? Firstly, the red patch is the result of a multi-million dollar study –not my fancy or invention. Curiosity got stirred in me and i just got to know the landscape better. And it happened the red patch is Antipolo. Secondly, why not tackled in the news is, it is not directly affected and related to the west valley fault, which is in the national spotlight. In fact, the red patch was not included in the first quake map of phivolcs; only in the second and latest and well funded quake map –so the more emphasis it should be receiving. Thirdly, subdivisions are continuously being developed in the region, specially prime real estate like the Sun Valley Subdivision in Cogeo. It will make bad business if the developers are open and transparent about the matter. But most of all, i believe phivolcs simply became sloppy when it was handed the data by AusAid, and dissemination of what is important became selective and lacking, and can be owed to poor judgment.
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Sir taga mambugan aq halos katapat ng sun valley, hindi lang pala dapat lindol ang dapat na katakutan at paghandaan dito kundi maging tubig dahil pag nagkataon lumindol parang bomba na sasabog yang wawa dam ilang milyong cuvic meter yan? lulubog talaga sa baba mga nasa babang bahagi maging mga subdivision sa kabilang bundok ng Rodrigues Rizal bukod pa sa landslide.double disaster yan lindol saka baha puro tunnel ang Rodrigues Rizal kaya hindi malayong maulut jan nangyari sa Cherry Hills subdivision mas malala pa.
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concepcion uno po kami.kung mangyari po ito at mang yayari naman po talaga yn.apektado po ba ang concepcion 1 marikina city san po safe na lugar sa marikina pag nang yari po ito
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san po safe sa marikina if mangyari po ito anu po bang pina ka safe na lugar sa marikina
salamat po
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Sir do you have any idea if Carmona estates in Brgy Lantic Carmona Cavite is one of those affected by the fault line? Thank you
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Hi sir! Thank you for this website and I’m so afraid regarding the faultine. I was wondering why it dorsn’t exist in Antipolo Area. Is there a way to update Phivolcs regarding this?
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Is there a fault line at Bagumbayan Quezon City near Eastwood Libis?
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Hi, tulisanes.. your website is very much appreciated and opened my eye in the preparation of natural disasters like Earthquakes. Honestly, i’m not very much aware about the details of West Valley Fault, all i know is their is a Fault in the the Philippines but i dont know the Micro details. As a practicing Licensed Architect, it is very helpful for me to advise my clients whether their proposed sites are Safe or Not. Thanks a lot for your brilliant effort and knowledge! This will serve as a legacy to the next generations..
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please help me also locate the latest Active Fault located in Ilocos Norte. Thanks!
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Good day sir,
i am planning to buy a house and lot in barangay bancal carmona cavite – in terra verde residences to be exact ( it is a new subdivision) please advice if the place is near or within the fault line. thank you very much and hoping for your kind response.
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Subdivisions or villages with the West Valley Fault:
Rizal (Rodriguez)
Amity Ville
Christine Ville
Marikina
Loyola Garden Village
Loyola Subdivision
Monte Vista Village
Industrial Valley Subdivision
Cinco Hermanos Subdivision
Wood Crest Subdivision
Quezon City
Sunnyside Heights Subdivision
Doña Anna Village
Fil-Heights
Filinvest Homes II and Villa Amor Uno
Northview Subd
Loyola Grand Villas
White Plains Subdivision
Queensville Court
Greenmeadows
Blue Ridge B
Pasig
Valle Verde 6
Valle Verde 5
Valle Verde
Valle Verde 3
Valle Verde 1
Kawilihan Village
Makati
East Rembo
Pembo
Rizal
Taguig
Pinagsama
Pinagsama Phase II
Pan-Am Village
North Signal Village
Central Signal Village
South Signal Village
Maharlika Village
Camp Bagong Diwa
Parañaque
Posadas Village
Muntinlupa
Solid Mills Village
Embassy Village
Liberty Homes
Carmina Compounds
L&B Subdivision and Compound
UP Side Subdivision
Country Homes Alabang
Planas Ville
Camella Homes Alabang 3
Country Homes Subd and Jose Marey Subdivision
Camella Homes
Susana Heights Village 1
Susana Heights Subd Phase I
St Anne Homes
Real Ville Subdivision
Laguna
Adelina 1A Subdivision
GSIS Village
Elnor Homes
Sampaguita Village
United San Pedro Subdivision
Cavite
Wedgewoods Subdivision
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thank you so much for your effort in raising awareness on this important matter. How about timberland heights po? thank you
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Good ask ko lng if un baranggay prinza teresa rizal ay nasa fault line po..wait ko po reply niyo thank you
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Hi question po. Ang santorini sa binangonan rizal affected area ba sia incase gumalaw ang west valley fault since malapit sia sa laguna de bay? thank you
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Is Palma Real subdivision in Bgy Timbao/Bgy Malamig in Binan along the fault line? Its is near De la Salle University. Thanks
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Is timberland height which is situated up hills at san mateo rizal. Almost 2km away from SM San Mateo is also affected by fault line?
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Good day, thank God for this source on the net.Is Timberland Heights (the Filinvest project in San Mateo Rizal) part of the eathquake faultline? How about the propensity for landslides in the area?Houses to be built there would have a “cliffhouse”type of architecture.I’d like to know if the type of soil and tit’s bearings in that area would be fit to build a home.How about the surrounding areas on the way up and down the mountain?Thank you so much and would greatly appreciate your enlightenment on my concerns.GOD bless !
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thanks for the reply. i still want to know if you have any idea/ answer to my 2nd question re issuance of occupancy permit.
tnx again
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when o applied for house construction i was given a clearance by phivolcs bevause our distance from the fault is more than 29 meters. we started the construction in march of 2015 having in mind that we are safe and away from the buffer zone of 5 meters. Just recently I was saddened to know that the new phivolcs valleyfault.line now transects portion of.my property. My house is on the finishing stahe already. My questions are. 1) how accuraye is the new map from the old and why did they change it?what is their basis? 2) wil there be any problem when we apply for occupancy permit?thank you and hoping for your honest answer
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it’s just the point i’ve been making! like comparing it to a field of land mines, it goes without saying the first map they came out with was not entirely accurate, so follow this second map. you can step on those “X”s on the first map because there is this second map that shows there are no really “X”s there. they fine-tuned their guesses; made them more educated guesses, but nevertheless GUESSES. if the geologists take offense in this, then let them say outrightly in public that they pinpointed the location of fault lines with 100% accuracy! but i bet they dread being put on a spot to admit anything. so again, if this were a field of landmines, you avoid all those “X”s on BOTH maps. if they made a mistake once with the 2010 fault trace, who can say with certainty they won’t come out again with a later fault trace that will supersede the current 2015 fault trace.
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Thank you for this information. I would like to know your source regarding the updated maps.
I’d love to share this to anybody.
Regards
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the source is PHIVOLCS. nobody can make up this information. the thing is, the old 2010 fault trace is supposedly superseded by the new 2015 fault trace. I DON’T TOTALLY AGREE. the deviation between the two trace maps only shows that the science PHIVOLCS uses is for the most part educated guess anchoring on latest technology. But, nevertheless, a guess still! really, nobody knows for sure where the faultlines lie. if PHIVOLCS changed its mind once with regard the nuances of the paths of the faultline, it is reasonable to assume PHIVOLCS can change its mind again. my opinion on the matter is, take into consideration ALL THE FAULT TRACE VERSIONS of PHIVOLCS and treat all areas run through by all versions of the fault traces as danger zones.
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Our newly renovated house is located at Barangka, Marikina. Given that we are on the deadly side of the fault line, what do you suggest we do? Can you give us do’s and dont’s for reference?
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have the house retrofitted with reinforcing structural systems by a structural engineer, if still possible by his assessment of your overall situation. what you will NOT want to do is sell or lease the property WITHOUT THE PRIOR KNOWLEDGE of the buyer or lessor of what you know about the property on the fault line. there’s no really easy answer.
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Hi, Sir,
Sorry to ask po but I just want to be sure, is Mambugan, Lower Antipolo part of the fault line? Thank you po.
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no. but still it’s in the red zone danger area as depicted by the philippine geoportal.
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God bless you po for sharing this information. I have read your report regarding the affected areas. Gladly, I didnt see my place on the list, however my concern is that our area is located just 0.4-0.5 kilometers away from the fault line, is there a possibility that we would experience the same danger in the area of the fault line?
I have read some news that the danger zone is within 5 meters from fault line. Is it true po ba?
Hope to hear from you soon.
Thanks,
Leona
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there is a 5 meter buffer zone as allowance of the actual path when mother earth finally decides to rip the ground underneath. it isn’t exactly having a dash line running on the ground with half a giant scissor dug deep in the earth with the handles sticking out beside a sign that says “cut here.” even if you’re far by tens of kilometers from a fault line, falling structures –walls and ceilings– are the real dangers. you can have your house retrofitted to withstand an earthquake by a qualified licensed civil/structural engineer or architect. but for structures standing on a fault line that decides to rip the ground underneath them, it can be a losing battle even for fortified houses, buildings and bridges when in arms lock and wrestling with mother nature. these structures will just crumble like soda crackers! but truth to tell about that 5 meter zone again, i have doubts. the 2010 fault trace has been superseded by the 2015 fault trace. though virtually the same and more comprehensive even, on the minute level, many times the 2015 fault trace jumps to more than 5 meters from a location previously defined by the 2010 fault trace. or a new splay appears where there was none before. or suddenly a stretch of a trace vanishes but elsewhere a new trace just abruptly appears. who’s to say that there will be no new updates anymore? pesonally, for now i’m holding on to the 2015 fault trace and the 2010 fault trace –considering both as valid, just to be sure.
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Hi Sir,
Just wanna ask if Juana 6 Binan Laguna is also in a fault line The location is near Santo Nino de Cebu church & Splash Island. And How about Console 12 Village – location is near Elvinda Village & St. Louis School at the back of a church.. I hope you can answer my question as well sir. Your answer is very much appreciated.
Thank you &
Godbless
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if it’s not on my maps, it’s not. rest easy.
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Sir marami po akong kamag-anak na nasa Tenement Bldg. sa Brgy.Punta (J.Posadas St.), Sta.Ana Manila. Concern ko lang po ay gaano kalala ang posibleng maging impact since ito ay 7 storey building na bagma’t maganda ang architectural at structural design (top view),considered condemned na batay sa edad ng gusali. Kung maari sana ay maipaliwanag ko ng maayos ang maaaring maging impact sa kanila ng pinangangambahang “The Big One” sa paraan na maiintindihan po nila at ng mga nakatira po doon. Maraming salamat po!
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aside from old buildings are more prone to damage, someone shared (pls. confirm this) that the nearer tall buildings are to a fault line, not much damaging effect would be suffered as they are likely to sway mildly as compared to typical low houses or those nearer to ground which get shaken more and thus sustain more damage. your case is the OPPOSITE –as sta. ana, manila is way far off from the fault line.
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Its good if the tall buildings merely sway as signs of resiliency and quality construction. But as we know, many buildings are built below standard that may not be able to surpass magnitude 7. They may collapse on top of lower structures. We are not frightening the public, rather we want the public not to under estimate the negative effects of the earthquake.
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maraming salamat po sa sagot sir..very informative website…rest assured na di po masasayang ang info na binigay niyo po…God bless us all…
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sir ano po ba ang naka ambang bumigay? west or east valley fault?
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okay, ang inaasahan na GUMALAW ay ang west valley fault.
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Pl send me faulting map. Thanks
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i cooked the entire menu –for FREE. it’s there on the buffet table for all to see and taste. the least you can do is come to the table and pick up the food to your plate. you don’t expect me to shove you mouthfuls, do you? eat at your pace to enjoy. but in case you just lost your way, there is the dining area. bon appetit!
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hahahaahaha sobrang kind mo.. God bless u 🙂
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Hi! Would like to ask if maria montessori is included in the list of school with fault line? It is situated in orkidia pembo makati
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ask permission were katipunan Loyola heights is under of west valley fault? Thankyou and god bless 😊
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Good day to you sir.. Thank you for being there to share your knowledge… Its much appreciated 🙂 BTW we live in cogeo of lower antipolo just want to know if our area is safe.. Thank you and more power!
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(this may be one of the most important readings you will ever make)
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2015/05/18/hidden-in-plain-sight-theyre-showing-but-not-telling/
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good to know
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Sir ,
How about in San Jose GMA Cavite. Anong mga lugar ang nasa ibabaw ng fault line?
salamat.
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thank you so much for your reply..
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sir I would like to ask where is the fault line in calendola village san pedro laguna ? What are the subdivisions that will be affected.
Thank you.
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Hi sir! Malayo po ba yung Makati Executive Tower 2 sa west valley fault? Na check ko na po sa maps. Gusto ko lang po makasigurado. Thanks
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I still didn’t understand the post, sir. Brgy. Mambugan is part of Antipolo, but why is it in the color red? Antipolo isn’t even part of the fault line. What do you think will be the magnitude in Antipolo, sir? 5-6 magnitude?
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why red indeed? i’m beginning to think the media frenzy over the places the west valley fault will affect appears to be just a diversion. a false flag even, maybe. i suspect a mountain breaking off and massive landslides is the bigger issue. pray tell, why red indeed!
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may i know po kung maapektuhan ang san francisco macabebe pampanga?
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Good Morning! Is the DMCI RHAPSODY Residences in Sucat included in the fault line?
Thank you.
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Hi po plz answer naman po.. Malinaw po sakin Yung Sa map ninyo, but I’m sooo confuse Kasi po kasama ang Sta Ana, Sa list Ng mga barangays na affected Ng fault line, bakit po ba ganon? And can you plz po tell me kung ilang meters away kami Sa the said fault line? Sa hilario st, Santa Ana san Mateo rizal po kami, malapit Sa municipyo Ng san Mateo, plz po pakisagot po ako..
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I’m glad to have come across this site and be enlightened. We live in Greenmeadows Subdivision but I already know we’re not on top of the faultine at least in my estimate 200 meters or so away. Does it make a difference that we are near the faultline as compared to those who are not when an earthquake strikes? Would it also depend on where the epicenter is? Quezon City has adobe rocks as a foundation and we have seen and proven that it is when we we’re still building our house. We have a basement and it took a year for the contractor to dig up because the rock was too hard. We also made sure that the structure of our house is strong. It is scary to be seeing our subdivision come up everytime there’s a news about earthquakes. Do I have a basis to believe that given the above facts we are just like the rest of everyone else whose house is not sitting on top of a faultline? Or we are more in danger because we are near a faultline? Thanks in advance. God bless.
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Psalms 91:1
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
Mga kaibigan.. Ang Dios lamang ang ating kailangan! Manatili tayo sa KANYA.. at MAGTIWALA! Tayo ay KANYANG IINGATAN
… HE is our REFUGE! Ano man ang mangyari wag nating kalimutang TAWAGAN ang BANAL NA PANGALAN NI HESUS!! SIYA LANG ANG ATING PAG-ASA! PURIHIN ANG DIOS! maraming salamat po..
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Ask ko lng kng tinamaan ng faultline bhay ko 294 bayanan muntinlupa city
Tnx po!
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Ilang meters po ba ang layo sa amin fault line .. brgy. San vicente diliman q c po ko ..
Please answer po para po malaman ko kung ganun po kame kasafe ..salamat po
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Hello can I get the map I live in San Jose General Mariano Alvarez, Cavite to which the west valley fault will traverse. I want to know the exact location where the fault line lies to make the necessary preparation as early as now. Thank you.
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this was based on the 2010 fault trace: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2015/01/15/calendola-harmony-homes-villa-olympia-4-stonecrest-and-brgy-san-jose/
but things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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Paki locate din po kung ilang metro ang layo ng brgy Santa Ana along highway po kami likod Ng plaza san Mateo, malapit din Sa municipality of san Mateo Sa fault line po.. Thanks po
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Mabasa nyo Sana agad to..
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Hi po, nakatira po kami Sa hilario st. Sta Ana San Mateo rizal, just to make sure Lang po tlaga kita ko naman po ang red lines at Hindi kasama ang bahay namin, Sa likod Lang po kami Ng plaza Ng san Mateo, at ilang dips Lang ang layo Sa nuestra seniors parish church. Ang sakin po naglabas Ng map ang philvocs, at kasama Sa list Ng brgys ang Santa Ana, can you plz explain to me po bakit ganun.. Sobrang worried po ako now.. Wait ko po ang response nyo. Thank you God bless po
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malamang dahil basihan ng listahan ay ang bagong valley fault system atlas ng phivolcs kung saan nakasaad and 2015 fault trace. ang mga mapa ko po ay nakabase sa 2010 fault trace.
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,Hi po.. Just want to ask if maapektuhan po ang Binangonan Rizal…how far it from the fault..
Your answer to my querry is much appreciated. Thank you.
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Nag shashare kc ko ng mga info bout this sa mga ka-barangay ko..Tnx.
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Sorry I meant DOST
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Your version of the fault and the one disseminated by DOTC is completely different. Which one is more accurate? Or updated?
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Information is always necessary for the public consumption most importantly their safety. Thanks.
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Hi! i would like to ask, malayo kasi ung balibago sa fault line base on this link
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/metro-manila/05/18/15/will-you-be-affected-east-west-valley-quake-fault-see-atlas
pero im still concerned, do you think, if ever it may happen, that balibago area will experience the earthquake with the same magnitude? kasi diba nalindol din naman dati, back then when i have worked in BGC, nag shake ung building, pag uwi ko naman, wala silang naramdaman, pero kung tumama ung sinasabi nilang 7.2 magnitude, will we have the same destruction as those atop of the fault line? thank you, God speed to all of us.
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just sharing sir for your info..https://civilengstude.wordpress.com/2015/05/28/design-and-build-compliance-to-code-preparing-for-big-one-earthquake/
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thank you for sharing!
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ang marcos compound po..pasong tamo qc po…
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my house is at Block 9 Lot 12, N.virata, General Mariano Alvarez Cavite, I was told that fault line is just a couple of yards in front of my house. Can you please confirm and verify? Also I have read an article that some fault lines can be categorized under ‘high risk’, low risk area. Can you also figure that out for me? Thank you for your help in advance.
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gud day sir.nasa brgy. saimsim calamba laguna kmi. gaanu po ba kmi kalayo sa faultline dto calamba?
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Hello. Ask ko lang if Silangan, San Mateo Rizal will be pretty much affected sa earthquake? It’s near Fortune parang marikina and modesta. Thank you,
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Hi. How far is the faultline from Mt. Rainier in Filinvest Homes 1? I only see Filinvest Homes 2 in the maps. Thanks!
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Kasama po ba ang Carmona Estates sa brgy. Lantic sa tatamaan ng fault line? kung kasama po, ano pong area sa subdivision ang tatamaan? And are those remaining area which is 10 mtrs away from danger zone are consider safe to fault line? Your reply to my query is much highly appreciated sir…
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Good day sir,
Kasama po ba ang Carmona Estates sa brgy. Lantic sa tatamaan ng fault line? kung kasama po, ano pong area sa subdivision ang tatamaan? And are those remaining area which is 10 mtrs away from danger zone are consider safe to fault line? Your reply to my query is much highly appreciated sir…
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Hinde naman po kasama ang carmona estates pero mabuti na din po yung prepared tayo at laging magdasal. God bless po!
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Good day sir,
Kasama po ba ang Carmona Estates sa brgy. Lantic sa tatamaan ng fault line? kung kasama po, ano pong area sa subdivision ang tatamaan? And are those remaining area which is 10 mtrs away from danger zone are consider safe to fault line? Your reply to my query is much highly appreciated sir…
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noemi and garlan,
please see my reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only)” thanks!
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Many thanks po sa infos and reply! God bless us all!
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how about barangay muzon san jose del monte bulacan?thank you
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Upon checking the map for Baranggay Barangka, unfortunately, our home less than 10m away from the faultline 😦
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hi sir ask lang how about north susana executive village in brgy holy spirit quezon city and alabang hills village ? sana po masagot nyo thanks in advance
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How about FILINVEST TIMBERLAND HEIGHTS po at Barangay Malanday, San Mateo, Rizal. Just recently purchased a residential lot in Banyan Ridge Area inside Timberland Heights po. Madadaanan din po ba xa ng fault line, been searching since last night after watching the news from TFC. Too difficult to access the PHILVOLCS Site now and see the Fault Valley Atlas, It is highly appreciable if someone who have downloaded the map can share and answer my queries, been worried since the news broke out. Thank you so much in advance for any info.
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using the 2015 fault trace (latest), what appears to be the entrance gate of the subdivision (with roof spanning the width of the road?), it is 1.22 km away from the tip of the east valley fault.
pls. check this also: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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Hi! I have a question. In case na mag trigger nga ng 7.2 magnitude yung west valley fault ( wich is ayaw ko namang mangyari) affected din po ba yung mga brgy near manila bay na sobrang layo sa west valley fault?
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kung ang mga barangay sa inyong lugar ay tinatayuan ng mga luma at hindi dinisenyo ng LISENSIYADONG architect o structural/civil engineer, malaking pinsala ang pwedeng mangyari. huwag po makipagsapalaran!
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Sobrang affected po ang Malanday sa Marikina city?
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things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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Hi Sir! Just heard from the news last night (per Phivolcs Rep) that there are different effects of the quake as to the location and structure: If nearer the epicenter, it will be safer and less shaky for high-rise and heavier buildings, thus much riskier for bungalows/light houses. However if farther from the epicenter, then it will be more shaky for high-rise and much safer for light houses (assuming all structures are built with the same complying standards). Are these actually true? Also, may I know if the faultine is also the epicenter? Thank you.
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you heard it from the experts.
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sir nakatira po kmi sa south grenheights subd muntinlupa city..is it safe for us stay here?pls reply po.
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things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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Is general mariano alvarez cavite near the fault line?
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Good day sir,
Kasama po ba ang Carmona Estates sa brgy. Lantic sa tatamaan ng fault line? kung kasama po, ano pong area sa subdivision ang tatamaan? And are those remaining area which is 10 mtrs away from danger zone are consider safe to fault line? Your reply to my query is much highly appreciated sir…
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tulisanes affected po ba yung antipolo rizal ng earthquake na mula sa sa Marikina Fault line? just in case na mangyari (pero sana ayaw ko) if yes, gaano naman po kalakas ang intensity nito?
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pls. read through this post. it may be one of the most important readings you will make in your lifetime (no kidding). before going into denial, don’t believe it but try to debunk it first. then give me feedback.
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Good day Sir, Im just really confused about our place though upon my recent research there are no active fault lines in Dasmarinas, Cavite to be specifically we are located in Cityhomes Resortville Subdivision Barangay Langkaan II, in any given time how near our place to those places near in fault lines here in Cavite and what would be the possible effect to our place. And also I want to know the status of my workplace here in Paranaque which Amertron Inc its located Km.17 South Super Highway Cervantes Street. how near is it in fault line because some part of Paranaque and Muntinlupa are in active fault lines. Hope you will help me for further checking. Thank you! Godbless.
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so sorry to reply just now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
pls. ask me again at a later time as i am updating my eartquake maps. thank you for your patience!
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affected po ba nueva ecija sa san leonardo
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No! No need to be worry. Just always be ready and prepared po!
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how about brgy. muzon san jose del monte bulacan?malapit po ba sa fault line?thanks
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Ask ko lng po kung nsa fault line po ang punta sta. ana manila..thanks po
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Ask ko lng po ang punta sta. Ana manila po ba ay nasa fault line po??? ThanK you
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wala.
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wala.
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hi good evening,im working in unionbank plaza in meralco avenue,ortigas pasig city.nakita ko po sa news kanina na affected ang pasig sa faultline,dati na feel na namen na lumilindol about 2 months ago na ung building(which is unionbank plaza) ay nag si swing lang sya parang sumasayaw pero feel na feel namen dapat nga tatakbo na kame,sabi sa news nun 5.2 earthquake daw un,tanung q lang is there a possibility na pag tumama ang 7.2 sa unionbank wag naman sana me destruction ba?hope someone can answer me.im scared;(
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the property owner and/or builders of unionbank plaza can only answer that.
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Hello po, is BF Homes Paranaque affected?
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everywhere in metro manila is affected. only thing about those living atop a faultline, they have a front view seat to experience horror and destruction. by the way, the fault line nearest BF is inside the compound of the sucat thermal power plant.
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thermal power plant po ba sa malapit sa sucat exit?
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yes. used to be owned by meralco. now run by napocor (i think).
(so sorry to reply just now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
thank you for your patience!)
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Wala nmn po ung mapa eh?san b un mkikita plssss
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here. under “Links and Maps.”
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Dpo makita ng malinaw yung map malabo po pag nag zoom in
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Kasama ba ang cavite city
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what ? are drunk or what ? Please tell where exactly is Cavite “City” .
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Cainta, Rizal po. Affected?
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Hello po,
Gusto ko lang po malaman kung affected po b ang San andres makati manila 🙂 ty
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you can check the maps first.
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the general rule is: if the structure above your head is very old or was not designed by a licensed architect and licensed structural or civil engineer, then you are nonetheless VERY MUCH affected as the structural integrity of the house or building may be weak, and the roof and walls can collapse.
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Do you have a copy of a map for San Pedro or more specifically, Pacita and San Vicente?
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the maps i have are all there. try opening the ones in close proximity to your location.
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How about Brgy langgam San Pedro laguna? Plss reply. 👏👏👏
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Affected po ba ang Sta. Mesa?
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malayo na sta mesa, mga 10kms away tau sa nearest fault line
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What is the possible area of effect of the upcoming earthquake? is 30km away from the fault line safe (assuming that the building follows the codes and standards)
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phivolcs is saying a buffer zone of 5 meters on each side of the faultline would suffice.
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Hi How about Kapayapaan Ville Canlubang, Calamba City?
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Hi po. Is Pilar Village in Las Piñas lying above a fault line? 🙂
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i think i have a map for pilar village. but things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
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Gud day po maaari po bang malaman kung may fault line po sa aming tinitirhan malapit po kami sa Napico, Manggahan Pasig City, Thanks po and more power!
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what is a posible thing to happen if were near a fault line?
we’re not exactly on it but were few meters away..
thanks for the response
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though the trace faults are fairly accurate, phivolcs assigns to it a buffer zone of 5 meters on both sides of the faultline (for total of 10 meters). this means if you are outside the zone, you are given peace of mind that no part of the fault line will likely stray to underneath you. but if you are within the zone, then chances are, in actual if the ground rips underneath you, it may not go exactly as the red line drawing you see on the maps, but it will take its course as mother nature intends it to happen. it’s best to relocate if you can, and soon.
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I admire your candidness and the informations that you impart to us. I bought a lot 10 years ago in Vista Real Classica 10 years ago, only to find out today that the lot is near the 2 fault lines. Infront of our lot, ( I guess around 80 meters away and at the back of our lot, near Katipunan Extension ( about 110 meters away). I learned that as long as the lot is not sitting directly on top of the fault line or if it is not within 5 meters , then it is bit safer. My question is, if there are 2 fault lines between our lot, is there any danger of liquefaction? Thank you po.
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liquefaction is usually the result of soft ground specially when lying near a river or it was a reclamation project (sa tagalog, tinambakan). but things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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Hi, I want to know how far is Soldiers Hills Subdivision in Muntinlupa is from the West Fault and also San Beda College in Alabang HIlls? Appreciate your reply.
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bullseye! i spotted the fault line exactly at the intersection of soldiers’ hill st. and maharlika hwy. it is actually running parallel to maharlika hwy. (in the exact middle of the street) from the corner of maharlika hwy and rainbow road up to five houses right after the corner of freedom lane and maharlika hwy. where it veered off to the houses on the right. with san beda at alabang hills, it’s 1.55 kms. away from some fragment traces of a faultline.
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hello im planning kc na bumili ng lot natatakot talaga ako kung fault line at kung baha… safe ba sa filinvest east? valley golf antipolo? afpovai? multinational?
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Hi! affected din po ba ang area talisay st. Comembo makati?
Thank you!
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yes, being the general rule is: if the structure above your head is very old or was not designed by a licensed architect and licensed structural or civil engineer, then you are nonetheless VERY MUCH affected as the structural integrity of the house or building may be weak, and the roof and walls can collapse during a 7.2 magnitude earthquake.
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Mr. Tulisanes, thank you. There should be more people like you who promote awareness and spread USEFUL information on the interwebs. 🙂
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“burp!” -nabusog ang puso ko. Thanks!
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Thanks for this info. Malayo ka man o malapit sa Fault line kailangan pa din nating mag handa in case kailangin din nila ang tulong. Malapit din kami sa fault line, sa Cainta ako. Again thanks sir at wag ka sanang magsawang mag bigay o mag post ng mahahalagang info tungkol dito…
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salamat din po!
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How about Chrysanthemum Village in San Pedro Laguna ?
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I am leaving in Narra St. corner Apitong near the meralco post may I know if this is under the marikina faultline.
Thank you
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ma’am, i don’t have any idea where you are.
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I am bothered, our house situated at Locus St., barangay RIZAL Makati, so closed to the main road near c5, and the so called Marikina Fault line, Please pray for us to be safe and sound. LORD save us. AMEN.
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sir is dasmariña affected my the faul?? reply please asap
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dasmarinas, cavite (?) is far from the fault line, but if the structure above your head is very old or was not designed by a licensed architect and licensed structural or civil engineer, then you are nonetheless VERY MUCH affected as the structural integrity of the house or building may be weak, and roof and walls may collapse.
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hello po. Malapit po ba kami sa fault line sa barangka marikina city dela costa homes? Safe or not po? Salamat po.
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Hi,
I live in Cogeo Village, Antipolo. May I know if we will be affected?
Thanks!
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here. but it is best if we get confirmation from phivolcs or the national disaster risk reduction & management council (NDRRMC) first.
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again …here. but it is best if we get confirmation from phivolcs or the national disaster risk reduction & management council (NDRRMC) first.
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also pay close attention to this:
https://tulisanes.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/that-patch-of-red-02.gif?w=640&h=360
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how about Barangay San Juan in Taytay Rizal, is this place close to the west valley fault?
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How about our residence in Rosario, Cavite? Any possibility of a tsunami after the earthquake?
Thank you.
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that can happen if manila trench moved instead, which is off manila bay.
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tanong ko lang ..aabutin ba naming mga taga urban bliss barangka ang lindol
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YES. pakibusisi lang po ang mga mapa.
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hi, sorry i cannot download the interactive map you created as it is currently blocked in the office. I am just worried and would like to ask how far is Nebraska St. of Southville Subdivision in Binan, Laguna to the nearest fault line esp. West Valley fault?
Thanks for all your help
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the parish of the risen lord in southville subdivision is roughly 4 kms away from the nearest section of the west valley fault.
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appreciate all the info sir. Thank you.
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you’re welcome. ingat po!
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Hello, what about sta rosa laguna near enchanted kingdom? It is near the fault line? Thanks.
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thanks for the information. Just want to know how far is Dela costa homes V, san jose, Rizal montalban from the fault line?
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Hi,
I checked the map given for the fault lines. I know that that Valle verde 1 through valle verde 5 is lying on a fault line. How about Tiendesitas and the community across like, Capri Oasis Condos. Thank you in advance for the response
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i showed the general area where the fault lines are. if what you ask is not on the maps, then no fault line strays into your areas of interest. but things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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kawit cavite.ksama sa fault line?
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Good day Sir, hope you can find time to answer if Padilla (after Cogeo, going to Paenaan) is in danger? Thanks and God bless
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(this may be one of the most important readings you will ever make)
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2015/05/18/hidden-in-plain-sight-theyre-showing-but-not-telling/
pay great attention to these (also in the post):
https://tulisanes.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/that-patch-of-red-02.gif?w=640&h=360
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Hi Tulisanes, I’ve been following your blogs since last year and have read and seen your maps and greatly impressed with your dedication to inform public and untiringly answering every bit of question posted to you. I live in Block 58 Soldiers Hills Subdivision in Muntinlupa, and we are not on top of the fault line (thank God!). I just want to know how far are we from the nearest West fault. It’s quite scary since just 10 minute drive from where we live, I can see the effect of the faultline (been living here since 1980 and malapit sa munisipyo namin, di pantay yung daan and you can see it change over the years). My son studies at San Beda Alabang (in Alabang Hills) and I work here in Dela Rosa Makati. You can imagine my worry if this happens.
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i like you. so here is a customized reply made possible by a neat trick i learned lately (sorry i cannot locate block 58). God bless you!
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…by the way, things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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Super thanks! I really appreciate it! I’ve been sending your blog link to my colleagues so they can read more about the anticipated disaster. What made me follow your blog is the mother of my colleague works for DPWH and she warned us since last year pa na hot topic ito during their meetings (so naconfirm lalo na may ganito pla and sadly if di pa nangyari yung earthquake sa Nepal, our gov’t’s campaign on this will not be felt considering matagal na pla nila alam to)
Unfortunately, madaaanan ng faultline ang Alabang Hills Village (where San Beda College is) 😦 I already asked the school during the Parent Orientation their initiative to prepare on event like this. They are planning to have an early earthquake drill this July. Sana ituloy nila. The buildings are the same buildings 30 years back ng dun pa ako nag aaral.
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Super thanks! I really appreciate it! I’ve been sharing your blog link to my colleagues. What made me follow you is the mother of my colleague works for DPWH and she warned us since last year pa na hot topic ito during their meetings (the term is – hinog na hinog na. So naconfirm lalo na may ganito pla and sadly if di pa nangyari yung Nepal earthquake, our gov’t’s campaign on this will not be felt considering matagal na pla nila alam to). I’ve read your latest post, ang lapit lang namin (still thankful na not on top). I can clearly see the tricycle terminal of our village.
Unfortunately, madaaanan ng faultline ang Alabang Hills Village 😦 I already asked the school during the Parent Orientation their initiative to prepare on event like this. They are planning to have an early earthquake drill this July. Sana ituloy nila. The buildings are the same buildings 30 years back ng dun pa ako nag aaral.
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I am indeed very grateful for all the helpful and life saving information you shared and your patience too! I actually have read all the posts and am thinking how many people will actually survive this massive disaster when many are so lazy to even look and read the maps that you shared. 😦
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BEST COMMENT! BEST COMMENT! BEST COMMENT! BEST COMMENT! BEST COMMENT! BEST COMMENT! really. sometimes it gets so frustrating. but i know God gave me patience. so thank God! : )
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Hi Sir,
I saw that San Lazaro race track in Carmona Cavite is one of those which are directly affected by the fault, I think that’s near my subdivision Carmona Estates in Lantic, can you please check if there’s a possibility that it can be affected also?
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i’m just practicing this neat trick i learned. instant reply! by the way, things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
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ask lng po….what about magdalena laguna?abot po b s fault line?thank u
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sir may nakita kami na map online na naka categorize ang mga areas from high risk to low risk.
hindi na po naming matandaan kung anong site namin nakita. pwede po pa post ng map na ganun kung meron kayo available? according kasi sa map kahit medyo malayo ang ibang area sa fault line ay HIGH RISK pa rin kasi ang lupa sa area na yon ay clay/sand/mud. And some areas naman ay LOW RISK dahil adobe ang ilalim ng area nila.
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good suggestion. can you pls. tell me where to find such map with high risk/low risk category? if it’s not too much work in the updates of the maps i am currently doing, i just MAY integrate that. thank you for suggesting!
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How about St Scholastica in Marikina? Some believe that it lies directly on top of adjoining fault line.
Is it true? I have 3 daughters studying in that school. Thank you.
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the west valley fault on top of the image; and the tips of the shorter east valley fault on the right.
(i’m just practicing this neat trick i learned. instant reply! by the way, things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
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I live in santa cruz laguna gano po kaya ang lakas ng magnitude na mararanasan namin dito?
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so sorry to reply just now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
thank you for your patience!
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Sir is tanay, rizal under west valley fault line?
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How far po from the faultline masasabing safe.?..we live in merville subd in paranaque…hindi kasama sa mga place na direct hit pero mejo malapit. Thanks
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when (not if) the west valley fault moves, the area affected will be so wide and pervasive it will have its effect virtually everywhere near and several hundreds of kilometers from the fault line. more than the crack on the ground, people have to worry more if the roof (and walls) above their heads will fall on them. as a first step, try consulting a licensed architect or structural/civil engineer for expert advice. maybe the next step would be retro-fitting the house or building structure, if feasible.
by the way, things have changed now. you will understand after reading my latest post here: https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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Hi sir! Ateneo is directly affected with the faultine and miriam college is just a walking distance from there. Does it mean miriam college is also a high risk area. I’m just so concern because i have kids studying there.
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actually the one affected is the seminary inside the ateneo compound. about high risk and low risk, i think i’m not qualified to decide in your case. sorry.
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Sir gudpm. We live at Dao St. Marikina. It is a bit inside the West and East valley fault line. Juse wanted to ask how far the “radius” (is it the right term?) would be. Thanks so much.
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can’t find dao st.
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Hello! What if based po kami sa manila though we know mafefeel namin yung quake pero safe pa rin ba kami or hindi kami ganon madadamage? Thank you
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kung mahina ang tinitirhan niyo o ang mga katabing gusali nito, may posibilidad na may pagguho na mangyari at mabagsakan kayo (sorry to be brutally frank). kaya kumunsulta po sa LISENSYADONG arkitekto o structural/civil engineer para mapapayuhan kayo ng mabuti.
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Sir gd morning po ask ko lng if zontaville brgy san isidro antipolo at citibank tower cor valero paseo de roxas is affected ng west valley fault line pls reply. Tenk u po
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sorry, you’ve not checked the maps.
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Hi Sir, I didn’t see Antipolo to be directly in the fault line but since this is a mountainous part is it possible that
Landslides will occur? Would you know sir if Beverly Hills Subd will be affected by this. Thanks so much for your help. God bless.
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with landslides, there are few areas in the general vicinity that are categorized as HIGH RISK, with most ranging from LOW to MODERATE (maybe i should start another blog on landlides). with regard to fault line, no not that part of antipolo has a grave concern.
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Greetings… We are planning to purchase a property (H&L) at Maia Alta – Bgy. Dalig, Antipolo, Rizal. Is this place is also within the danger area? Thank you…
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i know the bureau of mines has data on landslide prone areas. maybe you can check those.
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Sir how about the Bago Bantay in Quezon City, malayo po ba s fault line? thanks in advance.
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hello been check your map of fault lines and i wonder …why does barangay lower bicutan does not in the list because were in the middle of signal village and barangay sucat only less than 500meters away from each boundary…
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look, i show the faultlines where they lie, even not knowing beforehand the names of places where they appear. i do not know the answer to your question, except try to follow the maps of these faults starting in c-5 after the bonifacio global city.
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Matatanong ko lang po kung maapektuhan po ba ang mga nasa La Joya Subdivision sa Sta. Rosa, Laguna.. at meron po bang nagsasabi kung kailan po ito maaaring mangyari? Pakisagot po..ASAP.
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Ang place po ay nasa Balibago o Brgy. Dila, Sta. Rosa,Laguna.. Salamat po.
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malayo po ito sa west valley fault.
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Good day Sir, hope you can find time to answer if Padilla (after Cogeo, going to Paenaan) is in danger? Thanks and God bless
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pls. read through this post. it may be one of the most important readings you will do in your lifetime (no kidding). can i ask a favor? can you please re-trace the steps i made for me to come to the apparent conclusion at the end of the post, and tell me that i’m right, or wrong? i’ve done some self-checking. i simply thought that a differing or just another point of view may be good for my soul.
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it MAY be. pls. read through this post. it may be one of the most important readings you will ever make.
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2015/05/18/hidden-in-plain-sight-theyre-showing-but-not-telling/
…this one is related reading, too:
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2015/03/24/old-abandoned-wawa-dam-on-the-lap-of-3-fault-lines/
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Sir how about in pulo cabuyao laguna? may fault line din po ba?thank u
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wala.
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Good Am. Permission to ask di ko kase alam kung saan po ako magccomment kaya nagreply na lang po ko. May fault line po ba sa Marimel Subd. Barangay Lambakin Marilao Bulacan at sa Barangay Hulo Meycauayan Bulacan. Thank you in advance,
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marimel subdivision and brgy. hulo is just way, way out of the way.
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Firstly, thank you for your sincere concern for the safety of everyone. We are living in San Lorenzo South, Sta. Rosa, Laguna (near to Enchanted Kingdom) and want to know if our location is within the fault line or near to/far from it. Thank you and may God continue to bless you.
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so sorry to reply just now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
thank you for your patience!
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We live in Eastwood, libis. Is our place near the fault line?
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what did i create the maps for –definitely not for the lazy who won’t even check my Links and Maps. sheeesh, disappointing!
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Tulisanes, I think you and your colleagues can spend time better on updating earthquake-related info instead of having to the questions of those who ask if their street or house is safe – as if an earthquake or a typhoon would be so selective. I bet these people have no problem looking at all the posts of their friends in FB, but cannot spare more than 2 minutes to find out very useful info which could save their own or their loved ones’ lives. Just issue a general statement that “We ask that everyone do their own examination of the maps, because Tulisanes & company are just a small bunch, not a government agency with a full complement of staff to entertain public concerns.”.
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i so very much agree. presently, in between updating the maps, i am clearing by answering nearly 300 comments i’ve had lately so the legit and more sensible concerns won’t get buried and lost and i’ll get to monitor my notifications efficiently.
by the way, it’s just me working all alone inside sa kuta ng tulisanes on a laptop. this is my mission in life, i guess.
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some people just keep on asking without even taking a glimpse on the map provided. Mag-effort naman sana kayo. Tingnan lang ang guhit na Pula sa mapa at hanapin mo kung malapit ang sinasabi ninyong lugar. Kung tumama sa pula na linya may time pa mag decide.
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Is Francisville subd. in Mambugan, Antipolo lying on a fault line zone? I will have my house constructed there very very soon. I would like to know if my family would be safe there? I need your helpful advice as soon as possible, thank you very much.
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check it madam… ginawa na nga, titignan nyo na lang po..
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
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thanks, sometimes it gets frustrating when people rather ask than check the maps themselves. it’s all there.
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Is francisville subd. in mambugan antipolo lying on a fault line zone?
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hi Tulisanes.. my family lives in Sta.Maria Subd., Ph 7, Ampid I, San Mateo, Rizal.. is it safe to stay here? Thank you for your advise!
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as long as your property is not within 10 meters from EITHER side of the faultline, your property stays clear of areas prone to landslide or liquifaction, and most importantly, your house is structurally strong as certified by a licensed structural/civil engineer or architect who designed your house. prayers also are a LOT of help –don’t forget that.
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Hi! good afternoon. May I know if Daniel st.in filinvest 2 in quezon city is far or safe to build a house?
thanks
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The maps pretty much show and identify which communities are affected by the faultlines. Just locate your familiar community and the street names shown on the maps can help you get oriented to where home is from there.
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i’m sorry but i don’t know daniel st. in filinvest 2. My maps pretty much show and identify which communities are affected by the faultlines, and they are adequate to guide you to know the answers to your question. if your street lies near or atop a faultline, then there is reason to be concerned. i suggest you consult a licensed structural or civil engineer or a licensed architect about the safety aspect.
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Hi! I plan to move at Blue Residences located at Barangka, Marikina. It’s beside Ateneo de Manila’s gymnasium in Katipunan. I find the location most convenient for my work and grad studies, however, I am very much concerned about my safety in case of an earthquake. Since I lack the necessary knowledge, may I please know your opinion if you think it would be unwise to proceed with my plan? Thank you.
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ching, the thing is DEFINITELY the tall, tall building will be swaying and you will be experiencing something that comes close to a vertigo. if you can stomach and survive the unnerving sensation much like what is shown in these youtube videos, then you just halfway made it. now the other half would depend on how strong structurally the building is. right now, of course, you’ll be getting assurances that the building is as firm as a rock. but then the proof of the pudding is in the eating, meaning the building will be downright strong and stable only after it goes through the actual shaking of a strong 7.2 magnitude earthquake and it comes out fine. so until then, just think and imagine if you are really willing to experience a real earthquake while up there like what is shown in the videos.
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Would like to ask if dove st corner grrenmeadows avenue is very near the faultline. Thank you
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hi chey,
greeenmeadows is very much detailed in my maps. sorry, i’ve learned that memorizing street names is very much detrimental to one’s mental health. i’m sure with a little effort you can locate dove st. or at least one street relative to it.
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Ilang kilometre po ang layo ng Marikina Valley Fault line to Marikina Heights Parang. Thank you Sir.
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from the s-mall in marikina heights, it is about 3.24 kms. to one end of the (shorter) east valley fault and 2.71 kms. from the west valley fault.
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Sir. malaki po ba impact neto sa Marikina Heights area kung sakaling magkalindol?
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you don’t have to have a fault line beneath you to experience danger and tragedy. the general rule is: if the structure above your head is very old or was not designed by a licensed architect and licensed structural or civil engineer, then you are nonetheless VERY MUCH affected as the structural integrity of the house or building may be weak, and the roof and walls can collapse.
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Hi Sir, it’s me again po. Ibang kilometre po ang marikina valley fault line to marikina heights? Thank you Very Much po.
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Hi Sir, we live in Parang Marikina Heights. Possible po na tamaan ng Lindol ang lugar nman. Thanks.
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the only place i know of that doesn’t experience earthquakes is palawan.
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hi sir, ask ko lng po if madadaanan ng fault line ang Pasig Greenpark Village, thank you in advance
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no.
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thank you for sharing your knowledge about the markina valley fault line. it really helps people like me in choosing the right property for our families. btw, may i know how far filheights in qc is from the fault line?
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Thank you for the information. Sir, how far is Poblacion 1 san jose del monte bulacan from the nearest faultline ? I bought a townhouse in Terrazza Martha Subdidivision, in Poblacion 1. Is it safe for our family ?
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Poblacion 1 san jose del monte bulacan is about 10.35 km from the nearest fault line.
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is dr a fault lines in our place./?pingkian 2marcos cmpound pasong tamo quezon city?
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Hello. Is San Jose del Monte, Bulacan part of the West Valley fault? If yes, what part of SJDM would be affected? I was trying to find it on Google but the maps are vague, so I’ve figured I’ll just ask here. Thanks.
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hi peng,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks!
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Hello. Is San Jose del Monte, Bulacan part of the West Valley fault? If yes, what part of SJDM would be affected? I was trying to find it on Google but the maps are vague, so I’ve figured I’ll just ask here. Thanks.
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hi fly,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks!
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i would like to know if the area of amaia scapes barandal,calamba laguna and bay laguna are along west valley fault.
hope for your immediate response
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amaia scapes barandal is about 12 kms. from the last trace of the west valley fault.
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sana po magkaroon na dito ng portion kung saan makakakuha ng information kung ano ang pwedeng gawin para makapaghanda.
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MGA BAGAY-BAGAY NA DAPAT ALAMIN BILANG PAGHAHANDA SA LINDOL:
Correct Earthquake Response: DROP, COVER, HOLD ON
Earthquake Personal Preparedness Plan
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how abiout san juan city?
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if it’s in a map, you’d know. pls. do a little research first with the posts i’ve made.
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Magtatanong lang sana kng sakali po ba n ang pinatayuan ng bahay ay fault line my mararamdaman po b ng pag galaw ng lupa ka2lad s lindol?thank u
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kapag gumalaw ang fault line, ang mga istraktura tulad ng bahay na direktang nakatayo sa ibabaw ng fault line ay nasa panganib na GUMUHO dahil babasagin ng lindol ang tibay ng pundasyon, na maaaring isama ang poste, pader at biga na siyang bumubuo ng nakatayong bahay, at kadalasang damay din ang bubong at sahig ng ikalawa at mas mataas pang mga palapag ng bahay.
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Hi! Is there a possibility or good reason to believe that Cavite-Batangas area may have blind faults?
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my geography is far from perfect, but i think the identified areas where the west valley fault crosses are on or near the boundaries of some towns in cavite. it is not fair to assume that there are blind faults if there is no real data to base them. however, i recently discovered a new study on the marikina valley fault line system where a massive magma movement from the taal volcano, if it erupts, can trigger the movement of the west valley fault. now considering the towns of batangas lie on one side of the taal lake in tagaytay, and the location of the last trace fault of the west valley fault line is 27 km. away towards canlubang from taal lake, some invisible dots have to connect that in some ways can affect cavite and batangas which are just in the immediate area when taal volcano does something major!
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Good Morning, Ang community po ba PUNTA STA ANA MANILA between makati and pandacan ay damay po ba sa fault line. Its like a small island sorrounded by pasig river po
Thank you.
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No, hindi po damay.
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No, hindi po damay ito.
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hi very informative, our place is in East wood San Rafael, Montalban, It is one of the highlands subdivision. God forbid if the big quake would happen dp you think La Mesa dam and that of Wawa will be dangerous for the area.
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please see SPECIAL POST on the subject. Thank you.
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Good day ask me lang if alfonso st. Rosario pasig near to faultline is it danger place?
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sorry po. pero masasagot ko kayo tungkol sa general area lang –rosario, pasig. though it may be from less than a kilometer to a few kilometers away from where alfonso st. is, kung gumalaw po ang faultline, damay ang mga lugar na MAS MALAYO PA o about tens of kilometers away! hindi sa lapit o layo nyo sa faultline ang magsasabi kung ligtas kayo, kundi sa TIBAY ng tirahan o kinaroroonan nyo kung lumindol ng malakas. kung luma na ito o hindi dinisenyo ng lisensyadong arkitekto o engineer, magduda kayo. kumunsulta po kayo sa kanila para malaman kung ligtas o hindi kayo at mga mahal nyo sa buhay sa inyong tinitirhan.
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Good afternoon, Is there a fault line in Silmer Village in Binan Laguna?
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the faultline does not pass through silmer village, but it does cut its way through the JUANA community next to it.
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in what particular place in paranaque thank you
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You just don’t bother to check the maps at all, do you?
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Please advise if Marikina Village,Nangka,Marikina City is in the deadly path in consideration of Marijina Faultline.
Thank you in advance.
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with nangka being on one side of the marikina river, the faultline is on the OTHER side of the marikina river. if we limit the orientation of the faultline just within the immediate, general area of the nangka community, then the faultline sort of runs parallel to the flow of the marikina river. if you have observed that barren and empty lot on the other side of river, in the middle of it the invisible faultline runs, and it runs parallel to the marikina river –avoiding nangka at all.
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Good Day ! you are such a genius and thank you for giving us information.. ask ko lang how about avocado comembo makati city? is it near the fault line? thanks a lot tulisanes! more power to you and God bless
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thank you for the refreshing compliment! 🙂
avocado comembo in google earth is tagged beside a structure with the name MAKATI painted on its rooftop. (is this a public market?) anyway, whether avocado is a street or what have you, it’s about 0.4 kilometers from the faultline –or safely far to interpret that. but then again, earthquakes don’t kill; it’s the falling and unstable and weak structures that fall on people that do, and along with some other complications. just make sure the roof above your head is held up by a house or building that is structurally stable as designed by a licensed architect or building engineer.
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Hi… We are being offered a house & lot in Monaco St., Loyola Grand Villas. It’s not in the fault line but it’s kind of near, I think. Pls advise me if it’s a good investment or we should just forget about it. Thanks.
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loyola grand villas is in area riddled with not but one continuous fault but three from visual observation. this tells me the land mass is less compact and broken up into fragments. WHEN, not “if,” the BIG ONE happens (time and again phivolcs stresses the impending possibility), the areas in between these cracks in the earth will have less stable bedrock to anchor on and be more susceptible to movement. the possibility of new short cracks appearing cannot be discounted. however, the professional advice of a geologist may have more value to you than my humble opinion. but this one i’m sure if i were in your shoes, i would always have this grim scenario stalking me and worrying me about the safety on my family through every year i would live on that property. so buy PEACE OF MIND wherever you can find it. God bless!
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Hi Sir I’d like to get your expertise if our place in Libertad st. Mandaluyong is near or far from the fault line? We live in a condo at California Gardens. We are also planning to move in Marcos Highway near Masinag (Maries Village) mid this year, though if this place is far more dangerous to move to we might stay where we are right now. Appreciate on your help on this one.
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hi kryz,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks!
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Hi Kryz,
We live in Pioneer Highlands Condominium, will this be greatly affected by the West Valley Fault, they said foundation is like adobe.
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architects and engineers (salesmen, too) can argue about a structure’s strength and stability. they may have the science to prove it, which can be hard to argue against. but like they say, the proof of the pudding is in the eating; which can mean you have to go through an earthquake experience to prove them right, or for them to let out an inconsequential “ooops!” if things turn out not the way they thought it would be. anyways, what do they care about when they’re down there and you up there having an emotional roller coaster ride? however, why go through it and despair when there’s youtube to help you try to experience what it’s like to be in a hi-rise when there’s an earthquake happening.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=japanese+earthquake+skyscrapers
lastly regarding construction materials, you just have to walk up to any local neighborhood hardware and learn that in the philippine setting, “undersize” materials have become pretty much to be the norm –sa totoo lang. ask for a cheaper material that is within your budget and they are quick to offer you the undersized item (sigh). so honest and reputable developers are really a gem.
well, if it’s any consolation, your condo is about 2.38 km. from the nearest section of the faultline.
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If you people in MM, experienced what we experienced here in Metro Cebu last year during the 7.2 magnitude earthquake which originated west of Bohol, wow, I’m sure, like me, you will never dare live in any high-rise building anymore. You people in MM are in my prayers, but again, I do believe that the strong catastrophic tremor there in MM is very IMMINENT, maybe in matter of weeks or months only.
One of the reason why I avoid going to MM is this coming catastrophy, “sus, pastilam ma timing n palang mag linog nga na-a kos Manila, patay. Kakuyaw”..
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i know what you mean. it feels like we’re falling already. we just haven’t hit ground yet.
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Yes, Sir.
Last Oct. 27, 2014, a good friend of mine, a high-ranking AFP officer relayed to me the info that our philvocs informed them that the MFL is moving 15 mm lately signifying a very imminent major devastating quake in 90 days.
This is really scary…!
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now that is a red flag (or false flag). but DEFINITELY something to take note of. to make it more interesting by putting a face on that 90 day period –like ACME dynamite fuse compliments of Wily Coyote from the cartoon Road Runner, we would then have JANUARY 25, 2015, or thereabout, as our date of reckoning.
thanks, john.
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hi..just want to know we live at brgy central bicutan between upper and lower bicutan.. are we on the fault line?
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please check the links and maps section.
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Good day! I’m from a media organization. How may I communicate with you privately? Hoping you can respond to my e-mail attached with my comment as soon as possible. Thank you very much.
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We’re here in lifehomes manggahan pasig city are we safe or not?
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how strong your dwelling is will determine if you’re safe or it’s going to cave in down on you. if it was built with the expertise of a structural engineer or a licensed architect at least, then you may be safe. you also have to consider your dwelling sinking through soft ground due to liquefaction if it’s near the banks of the pasig river.
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Sir, good day. I check the maps that were shown in the links. If that Big One will hit Metro Manila, is Tsunami a possibility to hit too at the same time like what had happened in Japan? If yes, what the possible areas will be affected?
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i read somewhere that if a strong earthquake hits the manila trench which is kilometers away off shore the manila bay, it’s just bound to hit knee deep along affected shores that include the stretch of roxas blvd and the coastline of cavite. i just read that somewhere but nothing official from phivolcs.
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Hi,Sir! You have a very informative link and I am on the process of buying a condo …As , I am working on the ship and wanted to invest my hard earned money in a safe property would you be so kind to advise if Flair DMCI Condominiums at Reliance corner Pines Street, Highway Hills,, Mandaluyong City is part of the fault line? internet on ship are slow and seriously to be able to ckeck this for me it would cost me a lot to check… your expertise is very much needed and appreciated….. Thanks in advance !
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flair dmci condo is about 1.9 km. away from the nearest section of the fault line, but it’s about 0.7 km. from the nearest bank of the pasig river. pls. find an expert who can tell if the distance is far or near enough to be affected by liquefaction.
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Hi Sir, we are planning to buy a lot in metroview ridge estate antipolo along sumulong near cafe lupe, is it near any faultline? Thank u so much!
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to put it bluntly, the new hazard map of the government tells you’re in a dangerous location. i hope my comment gives you the urgency to probe and go deeper (with the calamities lately, it’s not the time to relax). pls. check this government site:
http://www.geoportal.gov.ph/
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Thank you this is very helpful. We live at lakeview drive in bagon ilog.
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Hi, im planning to buy property at karangalan, santolan village pasig. is it in fault line area? thanks
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if it’s not in the maps, it’s not in the fault line area.
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What about po Brgy. Rizal, Makati City lalo na ang Rizal Elementary School few meters po ba? Or is it below our place na po ba ang fault line?
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rizal elementary school is about 0.19 km or 190 meters from the nearest faultline.
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good day.. how about the one spatial condominium near Santolan station? is it safe? thank you in advance..
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we are located at a boni. Ave. Barangka marikina
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have you checked the maps? obviously you didn’t and you want me to do it for you. well, better check ASAP. your bed may be right smack on top of the fault line that DOES crossed the road.
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https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
or where you can find Links & Maps
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How about in Barangay Pineda? are we affected?
Thanks
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Thank you for your very informative blog site. We are planning to buy a lot at mckinley hills subdivision at fort bonifacio. Can you tell me how far is it from the fault line? Thank you so much for your assistance
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from the corner of country club road and acacia drive, the nearest point of the fault line is 0.27 kilometers.
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good day sir, i have a property located in sitio imelda upper bicutan taguig city and in united paranaque 1 it is safe for my family to stay on both places thank you
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hi, we are located at rosalia compound tandang sora culiat (infront of doña faustina village), will it affect us? how far are we from the fault line?
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very far. about 4.17 km.
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Good day!
With the rising buildings and continued development along C5, is it fair to say that some mid to high rise residential structures are in a perilous ground? Take the July161990 earthquake in Luzon, though the epicenter was a couple of kilometers away from Rizal, Nueva Ecija, buildings in cabanatuan, la union, dagupan, baguio, and manila took damages along with casualties.
My point is, are the dwellers of these residential towers (ie: eastwood towers, circulo verde, ortigas cbd, tienda sitas etc.) aware of the fact that irregardless of how far the fault line is (where the epicenter is usually located) from their place, they are more susceptible to injury or even death?(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1990_Luzon_earthquake)
I have spoken to a salesman who have offered me, damn sure, they are but dumbass just sugarcoating their business! I am familiar and interested all along with the fault line in the Metro but m no expert, I asked him if they can give me an earthquake hazard map showing that it is safe in that place. The sales guy replied, “YES! We are safe (pointing at the map)…see this is the fault line at about a kilometer away from the development. What could probably go wrong?! The buildings structural engineers are foreigners and expert on their field…” Then citing how good their consultants company and the portfolio, I know that this BS ain’t addressing my concern. He is but doing his work…selling!
Now with the major disaster waiting to happen in Manila, what are the other things that we ought to ask the developers of these high rise condos from them in terms of peace of mind against the hazards of. Specifically areas of Eastwood (Megaworld) and Circulo Verde (Ortigas).
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you ask a loaded question. i am no structural or civil engineer, so i’m not qualified to give technical advice. but you seem to be asking people with a selling or marketing background. expect it, they can only give you BS and tell you what you want to hear. supposedly local construction firms and licensed engineers adhere to construction standards that should be able to withstand earthquakes. however, the philippines is also a nation where “undersize” has become the norm in everyday construction materials (go ask any hardware). we’ll only get to know how strong these hi-rises are when the shaking starts and the Big One separates the superior from the inferior but usually with cataclysmic result.
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How about the distance of STI center Novaliches thank you and god bless
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sti college in novaliches is about 7.43 km. from the nearest faultline located in the area of the batasan-san mateo road.
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Hi,
I’m planning to build a small house i Gold Street in Filinvest 2 subdivision,
Is it safe to live there and how many kilometers is that place from the fault line?
And what kind of house that can survive the 7.2 magnitude of earthquake? My e-mail is
xxxxx_316ca@yahoo.com.
Thank you and more power.
P. Andrada
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mr. andrada,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks! (by the way, it’s not “kilometers away.” maybe just a few meters away?)
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hi there good day! thanks a lot for this informative blog. I’ve gone reading and came across with Manila Southwoods which lies near the faultline. May i ask if cityland subd. mabuhay, carmona is affected too? and also colegion de san agustin near manila southwoods would do thesame?
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Good day we located at Marikina city ,barangay Malanday let me know , how far we are in fault line and also are we affect thank you…and God bless you
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Hi tulisanes,
Pedro Gil, manila??
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hi, we are located at rosalia compound tandang sora (infront of doña faustina village), will it affect us? how far are we from the fault line?
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*culiat
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Hi Sir, Is Villa Muzon Classique Subdivision in Sta. Maria, Bulacan near the faultline? Please let me know. I want to inform my mom as she lives here and I work abroad. Thanks Sir! May the Lord protect us all.
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How about Ortigas ave. extn. Near corner De castro subd. In Brgy. Rosario, Pasig city?
Thank you for your efforts, great info! God bless 🙂
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hi i live in rosalia compound culiat tandang sora, are we near the fault line?
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Hi! Thanks for the info! May I know if we will be affected in Cogeo Village, Antipolo, Rizal? Kudos!
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Hi! Thanks for the info. May I know if we will be affected in Cogeo Village, Antipolo? Kudos!
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to put it bluntly, the new hazard map tells you’re in grave danger. i hope my comment gives you the urgency to probe and go deeper (with the calamities lately, it’s not the time to relax). pls. check this government site:
http://www.geoportal.gov.ph/
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HI.SIR GOOD PM.YONG LUGAR PO NAMIN BARANGAY DULONG BAYAN 2 MDADAAN POBA ?san mateo po bago san jose montalban.thank you.jubileum NG DULONG BAYAN 2
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so sorry to reply just now. you will understand after reading my latest post here:
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2013/11/16/menu/
thank you for your patience!
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how many kilometers is the nearest faultline in Valley View Subd. near Valleygolf? Will we it affect us?
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distance is about 6.44 km.
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Hello, I’m so glad I came across your blog. This is very informative and helpful. Thank you so much for your efforts. Would you be able to identify if Reymar Subdivision in Tandang Sora is on or very near the faultline? We are planning to move there soon and necessary precaution would be helpful. Thank you so much Sir!
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reymar subdivision is about 6.3 km. from the nearest faultline.
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Hi,
Pasay is quite far from the fault line but would you know if the Manila bay trench could be harmful as well when the marikina fault moves? Specifically the mall of asia area which we all know was only reclaimed. Thanks
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i can’t recall now. but i once read or heard from media (not sure if it was phivilcs or just a geologist) that if the manila trench moves, it would just produce about knee-deep high of tsunami. thank god for that! can you just imagine if the indonesian tsunami happened along manila bay, coming up from the sea to roxas boulevard and throngs of thousands upon thousands of people along the LUNETA running away on acres of nothing but green park lawns to far-off great distances for the nearest building inland? i’m sure just a handful would reach these buildings.
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14.326289, 121.048550 im living here at manila southwoods is this location affected by the faultline?
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the coordinates point to an average distance of one kilometer from the nearest faultline, which is just about right after the curve coming from the mormon church along congressional road going to the manila southwoods manor as pinned down and labeled on google earth
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Hello Sir,
Ask if Brgy East Fairview would be greatly affected by the movement of the West Valley Fault. Our place is near the La Mesa Dam. I am afraid if the dam will give way for sure it will washed out the residences below.
Thanks a lot.
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i have no sound opinion to make, except that lately phivolcs found a splay of the west valley fault under angat dam itself. so far, nothing of the sort is reported about la mesa dam.
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Damay po ba ang paang bundok sa quezoncity? Yung sa may north cementery po. Tsaka sa laguna sa may pacita.
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Thanks for a great piece of information. Well done!
We live at midtown village in cainta rizal and I strongly believe it is not on the fault line but nonetheless, would u be able to tell me whether it’s classified as high risk? I haven’t checked how far it is from the fault line.
Thanks u. God bless ur good heart
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while midtown village is about 4 km. away from the west valley fault, it is not in any of my competencies to assess whether a place is high risk or not, except that any house lying right smack on a fault line i’d bet anytime as high risk and a tragedy waiting to happen!
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addendum to my previous post:
Gremville Subdivision, Tandang Sora to be exact. Thank you!!!
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because i cannot locate the perimeters of gremville subdivision, taking nearby new era high school as point of reference, the distance to the nearest faultline would be about 2.5 km.
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How about the Himlayang Filipino Road in Brgy. Pasong Tamo, Quezon City and Kamuning Road again in Quezon City?
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barangay pasong tamo from the intersection of luzon ave. and congressional ave. extension is about 2.66 km. from the nearest faultline. kamuning road? farther still.
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Hi. Thank you so much for this. How about union village, culiat, tandang sora po?
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royal midway plaza nearby culiat village is about 3.83 km. from the nearest faultline.
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Hi Sir,
Thank you for the information. Would like also to ask if its near Tivoli Royale Subdivision or Commonwealth in QC?
Thank you,
Saajida
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as specific point of reference on google earth, the helipad of the tivoli royale country club (because i don’t know exactly the perimeter of the subdivision) is about 0.63 km. from the nearest faultline which crosses exactly on the intersection of plymouth and montreal sts. of nearby buenavista ville subdivision.
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Hello, just want to ask if Reymar Subdivision in Tandang Sora lies near the faultline? Thanks!
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reymar subdivision is 6.16 km. away from the nearest faultline.
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Hi po sir… yun Sun valley Paranaque, near Lions ResidenceCondo..
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sir particularly the ParkView Homes. Thank you po.
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sun valley in paranaque lies between taguig where the faultline apparently disappears and reappears in the sucat thermal plant and continues on to tagaytay. to use the trace faults as basis, it seems you are out of harm’s way, but the real harm can come from collapsing walls and roofs if the place you’re in is not structurally stable when the big one happens.
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Hi Tulisanes,
Do you have any idea which government agency can I ask for help regarding if structure is well-built and complies with the building code? Thanks.
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supposedly the local municipal government issues BUILDING PERMITS and checks on the structural integrity of construction projects. you should be able to secure the assistance of its engineering department. but should you have doubts because, you know how government people are (snicker), then find a licensed civil or structural engineer from your acquaintances and toss them the question. but, really, does it have to be a government agency? how about private firms, or the friend of a friend who works in such private firm?
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Hi can you please specify where the fault line in San mateo?
I hope i could also get a response and see graphics so we are aware.
Thank you in advance.
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friend, what you’re looking for was already posted (you should have tried looking first). start here.
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Sir how about our place here in bali oasis marcos hway santolan pasig? My children studied at mirriam college. Are they safe there if the big one happens? Pls help so worried 😦
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bali oasis is about 1.20 km. from the nearest faultline in industrial valley; while mirriam college bldg., about 0.76 km from the fault just outside the back perimeter wall (corner actually) of loyola memorial park. well, it helps to be worried rather than just be apathetic with a who cares? attitude. when the big one happens, consider the shaking just happening everywhere! wherever you are, it most likely be there also. i suggest that you seek the help of the mirriam administration with regards the safety of the students and theirs too, and remedy any dangers that can be discovered in inspections round the campus. earthquake drills are a number one priority. get creative and involve everyone, including the sisters! …about where you live, which seems to be multi-storey, go find you own structural engineer to assess your situation –after talking first somehow to the architect and engineer who designed bali oasis. go see if you can be convinced by them for peace of mind.
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how about the navotas
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Hi sir..nakatira po ako sa marikina barangka….kumusta nmn po kami dito kapag lumindol….balak ko po bumili ng bahay san po b maganda n mlpit s manila lang din…how about s bulacan po…its safe po ba??? Slmat po
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paki check po ang Link and Maps. wala sa lindol, kundi sa tibay ng lilindolin. kung ang bahay mo ay dinisenyo ng lisensyadong arkitekto o inhinyero, chances are ok ka. kapag sino sino lang diyan ang gumawa, at hindi sinunod ang mga batayan ng mga nasabing propesyonal, malamang di ka ok.
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How about newton heights brgy san francisco binan laguna? How about howard village brgy tagapo sta rosa laguna? Please advise. Thanks and God bless
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newton heights is about 1.61 km from the nearest fault line; while for howard village, 6.26 km.
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Good day tulisanes. My kids study in Paref Southridge school near Asya Enclaves(along West Service road – SLEX) and Alabang 400(New Alabang Hills Village) in Don Jesus blvd. This school has 2 buildings with about 4 floors each. An officer there claims that the school campus lies on top of a solid adobe rock which gives him confidence that probably the building structure can withstand a 7.2 earthquake magnitude. About 1000 students and personnel dwell in those buildings on school days. I believe this school is close to the faultline. I am afraid of a major isolation in the area as the faultine crosses SLEX and a petroleum pipeline travels along the West service road, a recipe for disaster. I believe though, red Cross Muntinlupa is drawing up plans of potential exit points if isolation happens due to a major earthquake. From your observation, will the school building collapse in an uneventful “Big One” ? What about Intercity Homes, which is practically beside Southridge School, can it handle a 7.2? Maraming salamat !
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What about Hillsborough, Alabang Hills?
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hi ellip…,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks!
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hi nick,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks!
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Thanks for the alarming information. this would be of great help for the awareness and preparedness of Filipinos. my question is since the fault will traverse from Binan, Laguna to Tagaytay, how far is the fault line from Laguna Technopark Sta, Rosa, Laguna? will it cross the Adventist University of the Philippines?
thanks and God bless.
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gate 3 of laguna technopark (as reference point) is about 2.88 km. from the nearest faultline, which happens to traverse the main buildings of the school THE BEACON ACADEMY INC.
now for the ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES, please see the continuation of my reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks!
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I acknowledged receipt of your response and thank you very much for accommodating my inquiry.
On 7/15/14, SECRETS of the Marikina Valley Fault Line
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HOW ABOUT IN LAS PALMAS SUBD CAYPOMBO STA. MARIA BULACAN
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las palmas subdivision is about 18.6 km. from the nearest faultline.
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Good pm sir, Is Taytay, Rizal included?
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the fault lines are shown where they lie. there can be no fault lines in your area if you do not belong to the communities identified to have these fault lines. how near or far you are from these fault lines depends on your proximity to and how familiar you are of these communities. PLEASE REVIEW WELL THE LINKS AND MAPS section. if you are nowhere near these communities, chances are you are nowhere a fault line; or if you are near, next to, or situated within these communities, the house or building you are concerned about will show on the maps. i will trace any location only if i see a real reason for concern. however, where there is always the possibility of other fault lines that are not covered by my blog, PLEASE CONSULT PHIVOLCS for any such information. thank you!
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las palmas subdivision would be about 18.7 km from the nearest faultline.
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Good am .Since im moving to a brand new House & Lot in blk 5a Lot 8 Morse st Filinvest 2 Bagong Silangan QC , may I know if the west valley fault line near in our place .Ty
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dr. romulus, have you checked this yet: “BAGONG SILANGAN, FILINVEST HEIGHTS and SITIO BAKAL?” from here.
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Hi,
I work in eastwood, bagumbayan, QC. My office is on the 17th floor. Do you know if it’s safe? I live in Maia Alta, Antipolo. Would you know if there’s any fault line near my house? And if it’s safe in there? Thank you!
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have you checked What about Eastwood City?
the fault lines are shown where they lie. there can be no fault lines in your area if you do not belong to the communities identified to have these fault lines. how near or far you are from these fault lines depends on your proximity to and how familiar you are of these communities. PLEASE REVIEW WELL THE LINKS AND MAPS section. if you are nowhere near these communities, chances are you are nowhere a fault line; or if you are near, next to, or situated within these communities, the house or building you are concerned about will show on the maps. i will trace any location only if i see a real reason for concern. however, where there is always the possibility of other fault lines that are not covered by my blog, PLEASE CONSULT PHIVOLCS for any such information. thank you!
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We are living in Barangay Parang Marikina City, exact street is R. Soliman. Is the fault line lies here? Thank you in advance.
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no fault line there, but on the other side of the marikina river.
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Hi Sir, how about Rancho Estates 2 in Concepcion 2 Marikina? Is it near any fault line?
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thanks for the alarming information. this would be of great help for the awareness and preparedness of filipinos. my question is since the fault will traverse from binan, laguna to tagaytay, how far is the fault line from laguna technopark sta, rosa, laguna? will it cross the adventist university of the philippines?
thanks and God bless.
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Hello. Would Cainta, Rizal be greatly affected by an earthquake? And also, which parts of Rizal will be affected?
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Truly informative. Thanks a lot! Would just like to know if my family’s location is safe: North Susana Executive Village near Commonwealth Avenue. I also have family in Katipunan (Prince David Condominium), Makati & Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro. Please let me know at your convenient time.
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hi sir. i just read this. i just want to know if TENEMENT at EAST SERVICE ROAD, TAGUIG City is affected? it’s near in FTI.. and if PASAY will get affected too? LIke from Evangelista to MOA? thank you.
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Good afternoon Sir.
We are planning to purchase real estate in Makati by the Pasig Riverbank. May I respectfully have your thoughts on this? Thanks so much.
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Hi! Thanks for your concern! Really appreciate it. BTW, we’re planning to buy a house in Tandang Sora corner Visayas Ave., is that location safe? Also, I’m working in Manila Water (along Katipunan ave), is that safe as well? thank you very much!
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hi,
i checked and Tandang Sora corner Visayas Ave. is about 5.22 km away from the nearest west valley fault. the fault line nearest katipunan ave. goes under part of blue ridge b, cinco hermanos in industrial valley, and the back of ateneo campus specifically san jose seminary for the jesuits.
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Hi !
Just wanna ask lang po.. We live in AVOCADO ST. COMEMBO MAKATI CITY
Are we near to the fault line .. Please Reply. Thanks ! Its been bothering me for days na. i dont know what to do. My faith is stronger than my fear but still I wanna know for my son. thanks….
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hi angee,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only).” thanks!
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How about nova Scotia st in lgv? Thanks & God bless you.
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hi marlene,
please see reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only)”
thank you!
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Hi i will buy a lot in yakal st. Posadas village sucat muntinlupa city. No bad history there except for my worry that is on or close the fault line. Please help me. Is it near it?
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please see post WHERE ON EARTH (FOR SELECTED REQUESTS ONLY). go there and scroll to an answer to your concern.
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my goodness, i live in one of the condos in eastwood city. does that mean we’re doomed?
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you’re safe as long as your condo is built strong with expert help from a structural engineer, and it doesn’t sit right smack on a faultline. of course, your safety under these conditions are feasible only theoretically. for when the dreaded 7.2 magnitude hits, anything can happen, which can go against the expectation of experts. perhaps all these depend on how much faith you put on the structural strength of your condo as designed by some unknown or famous engineer. or if the reputation of the developer rides well with you. but here’s one thing that you can bet can happen at the least —your condo will start swinging. even if it doesn’t buckle, can your beating heart skip a beat and survive the experience? these videos of skyscrapers swinging during an earthquake are enough to make anyone decide a quick answer.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=swaying+skyscrapers+earthquake
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Will be rockwell business center at ortigas be badly damaged?
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maybe some damage. but BADLY DAMAGED? who’s to say –it’ll be one for man versus nature, particularly our great engineers who will defend the structural integrity of buildings there. personally, with the issue of the BIG ONE expected to happen imminently, i still have to see in the news developers talking about their projects with confidence. but then, if you want to hear data about building damage, then do a bit of research here where maybe you can make a conclusion to your question:
http://www.geoportal.gov.ph/viewer/
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i’m sorry. nothing’s coming through (i’m no psychic).
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I live at 32 Soliven 3 Loyola Grand Villas… what are our chances of survival if we were to have a strong earthquake? it’s a 3 – story house and it is not brand new. I do not only live with my 4 year old son, but I also have a lot of pets whom I consider to be family, and it worries me every day.
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life hangs on a balance, and it is not in my province, expertise or competence to give sound advice. if i can, i try to avoid answering such question. however, your question is not new and it has also been asked by several others. there was a quake expert who i had a chance to ask a similar question to, which is “what is the minimum distance that a house or building should be from a fault line to be considered safe?” i hope you find personal revelation and wisdom from his answer.
i hope it is already clear to you the proximity of your three-storey house from the multiple trace faults that traverse loyola grand villas. if my satellite maps had somehow not shown this clearly, i can help you zero in and find your house on the map. just pls. provide nearby streets as references to accurately pinpoint your location.
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I have checked your map quite a few times but I cannot seem to tell, it being too small for me. Soliven III if I remember right is very close to Paraguay Street and is also the main street when going to the other side of the village, the part towards Tumana. I am hoping you could help me with this.
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please see post WHERE ON EARTH (FOR SELECTED REQUESTS ONLY). go there and scroll to an answer to your concern.
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How about Nova Scotia st. Loyola grand villa Marikina
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Hi sir. Good evening po.. i just would like to ask sir if Cubao, Quezon City will be directly hit by this quake?
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if you meant affected by “directly hit,” then its a big yes. everyone gets touseled to and fro. the entire metro manila will feel the shake. there will be deaths, too; houses and buildings destroyed –maybe just about the same scenario in haiti. who knows? it appears the nearer the faultline, the more destruction we can expect, most specially if houses and buildings get rip apart by the faultline they stand on.
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HI I JUST WANT TO ASK IF OUR PLACE WILL BE AFFECTED AND IN HIGH RISK. WE ARE LIVING AT KINGSVILLE COURT, ALONG BARANGAY MAMBUGAN, BECAUSE WE ARE WORRIED .
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please see post WHERE ON EARTH (FOR SELECTED REQUESTS ONLY). go there and scroll to the answer to your question.
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thank you so much for this map. i now realized that our house is just a village away from the faultline. scary but it will allow us to prepare better
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Hi, is it safe in Baltimore Street. Vista Real Phase 2? It is a few meters away from the fault line but its in a high overlooking area. Thanks.
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hi po,ask ko lang if filinvest 1 in batasan has a fault line also and where exactly.many thanks po yolly
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Hi sir. I would just like to ask kung direct po ba na matatamaan yung area namin. I live in jp rizal st., lamuan marikina city. Sobrang nagwworry po kasi kami ng family ko if ever mangyari ang earthquake sa west valley fault. Thanks so much po!
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if you’re in lamuan, what would be directly hit is brgy. barangka, particularly the communities beside loyola memorial park including houses in the vicinity of the chorillo st. area and dela costa homes.
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Dear Mr. Tulisanes,
I admire your website and especially plotting the accurate location of the West Valley Fault and indeed this fault systems is existing whether we like it or not.
I am not an employee of PHIVOLCS, just merely a private individual but my profession is Seismic Engineering Consultant and known by various Design Consulting Engineers, Contractors, Companies, and Risk Insurers.
In-fact, I am sharing your West Valley Fault Maps to my professional colleagues and friends. I am also the author of the following Seismic Engineering Articles.
NONSTRUCTURAL HAZARDS MITIGATION – SEISMIC HAZARDS REDUCTION PROGRAM “The Present Status In The Philippines – Part 1 & Part 2.
EARTHQUAKE PROTECTIONS FOR THE LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS INDUSTRIES.
EARTHQUAKE PROETCTIONS FOR THE HVAC / MEP INDUSTRIES.
EARTHQUAKE PROTECTIONS FOR THE FIRE PROTECTION INDUSTRIES.
STRONG-MOTION SEISMIC INSTRUMENTATION FOR BUILDINGS (Pattern from the United States Geological Survey & California Strong-Motion Instrumentation Program).
The Seismic Hazard Maps are very important for the Seismic Analyses & Seismic Load Calculations.
Thank you very much.
Bobby G. Limeta
Seismic Engineering Consultant
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i am humbled. thank you.
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engr. limeta,
this comes rather as an afterthought. firstly, thank you again for establishing the credibility of the maps and the “accurate location of the West Valley Fault.” secondly, i am not a quake expert, but you just don’t know the kind of questions i get from this blog and many more from my personal email whose some answers i don’t dare pretend to know, except of course the obvious like a crack ripping the foundation of a house is sure to bring it down.
if you don’t mind, i would like to ask you the more recurring questions. this is in the interest of SO THE PUBLIC MAY KNOW…
1. what is the minimum distance that a house or building should be from a faultline to be considered safe?
2. where or what is the safest place to be in metro manila as regards getting less damage from a 7.2 magnitude quake?
3. how do high rise buildings, specially condos, behave during earthquakes?
thank you again and God bless you!
tulisanes
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please see post on Q & A (Quakes and Answers) for engr. Limeta’s reply. link is on top right column.
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I was told the fault line goes straight from Valle Verde to Greenmeadows to Blue Ridge and Cinco Hermanos and so on. I have 3 generations of my family living in these areas. Please tell where ‘coz we don’t want to go extinct! Thanks!
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please see post on VALLE VERDE 6, GREENMEADOWS AND WHITE PLAINS. link is on top right column.
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Hi Sir,
I appreciated so much to share your tech.ability to locate and pinpoint the faults accurately, I am very much concern of my house,i live in Loyola Grand Villa and I want to know if the fault line is under my house.Can you help locate the fault,i saw the fault map of ( google and PHilvocs ) but your 3d version is more accurate.Thanks and God Bless You
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please see post on LOYOLA GRAND VILLAS. link is on top right column.
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hi! i leave in pugad lawin villas, brgy. bahay toro q.c. besides quezon city gen. hospital. gusto ko lang pong malaman kung safe ba kami dito.
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please see my addition to post WHERE ON EARTH? (FOR SELECTED REQUESTS ONLY). link is on top right column. go there and scroll to your request.
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Hi! I leave in Pandacan, Manila, at Residencias de Manila Condominium. Am I safe here?
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if you mean far from the faultline? yes, by several kilometers. are you safe in your condo, that depends on the structural integrity of the building to withstand a 7.2 magnitude quake that phivolcs say is long overdue.
from the experience of people i know who were up on an 8th storey building in the ortigas district during the july 16, 1990 earthquake, it seems the higher the elevation, the wilder and ruthless the shaking becomes. are you ready for that?
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hi! by distance, you are long way off the faultline. if your condo sways during a quake and you get tossed to and fro –the wilder the experience the higher your elevation. you are only as safe as (1) your condo can withstand the structural abuse, and (2) you can quickly get out of the building after the main strong tremor, without the dangers of craziness from panicking residents of your condo.
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Hi Mr Tulisanes,
We have a unit at the Alicante Towers of Marquinton Condominiums in Marikina. Is it dangerous to live there?
Thank you so much for someone like you.
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you can inquire about the structural integrity of your condo from a civil engineer preferably not connected to the administration and builder of the condo. there is also data here on building damage estimate from a study should a magnitude 7.2 hit metro manila. it may give you an idea on how condos fare generally during a destructive quake.
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My in-laws lived in Old J. P. Rizal Tayug Calumpang. What would be your advise?
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the faultline is relatively far from old j.p. rizal. the west valley fault traverses part of blue ridge b to industrial valley and cinco hermanos and going to barangka. it crosses the marcos highway AT A POINT WHERE YOU TURN RIGHT (coming from masinag) to get off the highway to get to under marcos bridge.
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Hello Mr. Tulisanes,
if i plan to build my house 100meters away from the fault line. Will it be safe? Is it advisable to do that? May I ask for your personal email?
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May I know the faultl line in metro south. Alabang area
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please see post on ALABANG. link is on top right column. you’ll find your answer there.
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You have written this a year ago. Now it is happening again in Ceb and Bohol. I live in BGC at Blue Residences. Am I safe here?
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hi i just want to us how far is ugong pasig city to the fault line?
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please see post on ORTIGAS DISTRICT. link is on top right column. you’ll find your answer there.
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Hi, just wanna ask if its safe to invest in a condo near pasig river? The property is located at sheridan st. mandaluyong city..Is it near on any fault line? Or is there a possible river bank erosion? Thanks for the help, will appreciate your reply.
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hi gud pm di po ba delikadodto part san mateo
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Hi Tulisanes, your blog seems the be the only place to find decent information on safety regarding fault lines in the Metro. We’re looking for a lot to build our house on and would like to ask you how far you think is safe from the fault line? We’re looking at Valle Verde area but saw in your stitched map that the fault line runs along Lanuza Avenue (between Valle 4 and Valle 5). So for example, those living in Valle 5, but closer to Libis / C5, are they considered safe enough? How many meters do you recommend? What about those along Temple Drive, is that far enough from the fault line?
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i’m not a schooled professional from philvolcs or one with a degree in earthquake safety. i can just give an opinion that i base on some very uncommon sense.
ok, the area you’re referring to (when i much, much later checked where-the-heck-lanuza-ave. is) appears to be a flat land. i think you’ll be fine as long as your property is not sitting directly atop the faultline where your house can literally be shredded like walls of dry biscuits when (God forbid) the big quake hits. philvolcs says 5 meters away from either side of the faultline should keep your house safe.
but then again, it just may be meant to give peace of mind if you’re already stuck with a property that is located near a faultline but not within 5 meters away from it. BUT, if you’re buying property and you know you’re gonna be aware daily that you live near a danger zone, that is not going to give a happy thought. you might as well be living in hell with eternal worries! so how far should you be? if you have a choice –STAY AWAY AS FAR AS IT TAKES TO GIVE YOU PEACE OF MIND. just how far that is, it’s up to you.
now there is a part of the marikina valley faultline system that lies about in the quezon city and pasig city boundary. it encompasses subdivisions like white plains, st. ignatius, and blue ridge a & b. the terrains of these areas appear to be on a steep incline that i find the houses there dangerously perched.
this broad strip of land lies between a highland and lowland that were created when the marikina valley was formed eons ago. the way i see it, it once was flat level ground before one of the fault sides collapsed and slid several meters down to form the valley. can it be when a big quake hits, the same geological movement will likewise thrust the same halves up and down, with the lowland to slide further lower or, this time in opposite direction, to slide up?
either way, the tilt of the land strip between the same highland and lowland can change. i dont know. if to slide further down, will this land strip be more loose and the soil less compact and maybe compromise the foundations of the house and building structures? if to slide up, will soil then be compressed and maybe create wrinkles or wavy surface formations. maybe in the same manner, will this also compromise structural foundations?
i imagine when the first big quake that formed the marikina valley first formed this broad strip of tilted land, there may have been a geological movement that is (or similar to) a LANDSLIDE. now can you trust anything standing on an incline formed by a landslide to remain stable?
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Thank you for your reply.
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Thanks for the hardwork in putting the maps up! good job!
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You’re welcome!
🙂
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Reading inquiries and comments made me think that there is no such thing as safe distance. But through your effort Tulisanes, awareness was created. Thank you very much for providing us a detailed map. This site is very helpful.
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Hi Tulisanes, I just received your email regarding the Westfault Valley map. It is very informative and I am emailing this to my friends in Saudi Arabia who have houses in Metro Manila and those who have bought condos in Nuovo City, in Libis, which I know is very near the fault. I understand that if one lives kilometer away from the fault,line the damage is not as extensive if you live within this 1-km radius. We live in Greenfields 1, Bgy Kaligayahan, Novaliches, Q.C. Are we covered within the 1-km radius? I also understand that the ground in our area is hard rock and that we are not susceptible to liquifaction. Is that right. Thanks lot for your effort and keep up the good work of helping people know the locations of the westfault. God bless
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from what i can gather, it’s how near or far one is from the epicenter that determines the strength and viciousness of the quake. still even if near the epicenter, one can still throw dice and bet that he can survive the quake compared to actually living ON or ATOP a faultline, where building structures grind and crumble like dry crackers due to opposing forces from each side of the faultline.
your friends who bought condos in libis, let them imagine and live through a scenario of running down a narrow stairwell of seeming endless floors of chaos and panic after the initial quake. suddenly, the phrase “standing on solid ground” takes on a new meaning and appreciation for those who live through this nightmare.
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Many thanks Tulisanes for your hard effort doing this it can help many filipino like me live in Marikina and be aware about this Marikina Valey Faultline also for those people looking for a good site to build their Homes or Bussiness. By the way is this 2 safe from Marikina Valley Faultline?
St. Scholastica’s Academy Marikina
14.652519, 121.117028
COSMOS WareHouse Marikina
14.654572, 121.113514
+14° 39′ 16.46″, +121° 6′ 48.65″
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hi maggie,
please see my reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only)”
salamat po!
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Thank you again Tulisanes for your help, Is now clear for me all the answers in my question? ^_____________________^
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Hi Tulisanes, Thank you so much! Given how tedious it is to assemble these maps, integrating elements from various sources, I can only say, ”Ikaw na!” =D This will serve as a very helpful guide not only to my husband and me, but to all the readers of this blog. This reinforces our thinking that location should really really be a big factor in choosing where to build our homes. Salamat!
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great job Tulisanes! this will definitely help everyone. I was planning to get a lot in kawilihan and was wondering why the terrain of the village has extreme level changes. My research brought me to your site and found out that there are 2 fault lines in kawilihan. You really saved me from a lot of headache. Thanks!
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Is Sun Valley Estates in Antipolo on the fault line? Thanks
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We are planning to buy a house in cupang antipolo… Crestview subdivision.. Is that near the marikina fault line?
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please see post WHERE ON EARTH (FOR SELECTED REQUESTS ONLY). go there and scroll to the page bottom for the answer to your question.
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(this may be one of the most important readings you will ever make)
https://tulisanes.wordpress.com/2015/05/18/hidden-in-plain-sight-theyre-showing-but-not-telling/
pay great attention to these (also in the post):
https://tulisanes.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/that-patch-of-red-02.gif?w=640&h=360
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Tulisanes, salamat po, very helpful po ito..
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Gud pm,
Safe po b 2mira s eastwood residenses phase 9 s montalban rizal po nagwoworypo ko s mga anak ko lalo n po pag wla ko at nsa work. Sna po msgot myo ang aking ktanungan.
Maring salamat po.
Trisha
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hi trisha,
please see my reply in the post “Where on Earth? (for selected requests only)”
salamat po!
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Oh noh!! I didn’t know what to say when i read ur reply lastnight…soo Speechlessss…..
If Chennai – India felt the tremor when Indonesia – Banda Aceh had an earthquake, of which India is thousands miles and miles away, so therefore the 4km from the fault line is totally a sighhhhhh……
I hope our government is doing something about this..
God help us..
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sory its legaspi
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i did some quick checking on google map with a top view of legaspi village seen with the nearest faultline section –well, it’s far. the fault trace would be about twice the distance from legaspi village to the ubiquitous EDSA by way of j.p. rizal (main street parallel to pasig river). or, it is the same distance from this point of EDSA (magallanes) to legaspi village but on the OTHER side of EDSA. this should bring you to bagong ilog and east rembo, the communities i identified on the map i made named GOOGLE MAP’S WEST FAULT__MAIN METRO.
maybe, you are about 4 kilometers away from the faultline.
your place is not dangerous in the sense that no big cracks or ground rupture is likely to happen in your village when (not if) the marikina valley faultline moves. but this reminds me of a study made by phivolcs that bothers me: there it compares haiti with metro manila.
a magnitude 7.0 flattened the port-au-prince in haiti to the ground on jan. 12, 2010. phivolcs predicts that if its earthquake scenario 08 happens, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake can hit metro manila. what bothers me is not so much that metro manila may be hit by a stronger quake than haiti, but that while the epicenter in haiti is some 10 kilometers from port-au-prince, the epicenter of phivolcs’ scenario 08 is WITHIN metro manila.
according to phivolcs, a magnitude 7.2 is similar to 50 megatons of TNT, or “equivalent to that of tsar bomba (50 megatons), the largest thermonuclear weapon ever tested.”
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Pls share or I will share this in my facebook thanks for d info
I live in makati near d makati municipal hall JP Rizal main road are we safe here tnx pls send me an email I’m always go to church daily n light 12 candles n pray..sir we r here in JP Rizal street main road near d makati cthall are we affected…before yrs back we have experienced d ruby tower earthquake 7.2 I think remember po.
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please see post WHERE ON EARTH (FOR SELECTED REQUESTS ONLY). go there and scroll to the answer to your question.
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hi, good day. thanks for this site..how far u think the earthquake cud affect the area around makati, what about lepaspi village? salcedo? im not from manila but when i come there, i usually stay somewhere in salcedo or legaspi, are these areas dangerous too?
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Thank you for this information. Recently we tried to obtain building permit for our house renovation, but the government did not approve of it because according to them, it is sitting above the fault line. But problem is, they can’t even provide us a clear map of the line, and instead pointed us to Philvolcs website which contains the old map. This info will benefit a lot.
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i believe the valley fault maps at the phivolcs web site were snapshots of the landscape back in 1999 (i suspect earlier), where much of the terrain compared to the present have since changed.
for instance on a philvolcs map, along the quezon city-marikina boundary, there was no riverbanks mall and FVR ave. yet linking libis with bonifacio ave. in marikina, and a stretch of the katipunan rd. ended at its intersection with p. tuazon St. in proj. 4 and, on the other side of a bedrock, another stretch of katipunan rd. ended at aurora blvd. near the ateneo. today there is a flyover bridge linking the two katipunan rds. at both sides of aurora blvd. obviously, other developments that were started after 1999 were not in the map.
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well, phivolcs is composed of experienced trained professionals, i.e. registered geologists. it doesn’t matter if the landscape today differs before…a fault is a fault and it is in its place for years, thousands even million years. in geology a million years is considered very young geologic age, even the youngest… drastic fault movements occur in so many span of years…and the basis of putting that fault line is not just a draw from the pencil- satellite images are required and verified by field mapping and properly located on a map of various scales. map details depend on the scale used…the problem with us pinoys, advices and alerts from trained geologists are almost always ridiculed and made fun of resulting in catastrophic damages & lost of lives…they are not idiots…
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i have high respect and great regard for the trained geologists of phivolcs. they are men and women honed by their scientific discipline. i put my foot down to state that the accurate information on this blog about the location of the marikina valley faultline system come from phivolcs.
even though its visual presentation and my visual presentation differ, phivolcs takes precedence to owning the praise and credits that are being harvested by this blog. i say categorically that i am not an employee of phivolcs; i am just someone who has the technical skill and know-how to manipulate and handle graphic images and, more importantly, someone who has the freedom to tell all and show all which i feel phivolcs is constrained from doing so for political reasons.
true, while the maps from phivolcs are outdated, the location of the faultlines on those maps is nonetheless accurate –to even serve as basis for the plotting of the marikina valley faultline system on state-of-the-art google map.
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