A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA
A shot of skyscrapers across Metro Manila on April 1, 2025. Malacañang directed local government units and in nearby provinces to inspect thoroughly buildings and infrastructure and ensure stricter issuance of building permits as a precaution to 'The Big One.' This is in line with Phivolcs' recent study that a 7.2 magnitude earthquake along the West Valley Fault can cause significant damage to life and property. Phivolcs estimates that at least 168,000 buildings and other infrastructure would be destroyed and about 33,000 would die from the catastrophe. PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA

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