Rene “Butch” Meily

Mindanao quake exposes Philippines’ vulnerability to ‘Big One’ tremor in Metro Manila

Mindanao quake exposes Philippines’ vulnerability to ‘Big One’ tremor in Metro Manila Limited evacuation routes in densely populated Metro Manila would make rapid, orderly evacuation a major challenge, disaster planners warn The tremor, which triggered tsunami warnings along the southern coast, left collapsed buildings, damaged homes and debris-strewn streets in its wake. At least 19 people were killed and more than 130 injured, with scores still missing, local disaster authorities said. For...