Tag: Phivolcs
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Phivolcs Unveils Bicolano Sourcebook to Boost Disaster Readiness
LEGAZPI CITY – The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) under the Department of Science and Technology launched a groundbreaking Bicolano sourcebook on Wednesday, aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness in the region. The two-year project, named DANAS, focuses on ‘Earthquake, Tsunami, and Volcano Disaster Narratives for Experiential Knowledge-based Science Communication,’ and seeks to deepen…
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Brief Volcanic Blast at Kanlaon Volcano’s Summit
On Thursday at 3:11 p.m., a brief two-minute volcanic explosion was reported at the summit of Kanlaon Volcano, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The event, described as a minor explosion, was caused by a sudden release of pressure within the volcano, likely due to the accumulation of volcanic gases trapped…
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Phivolcs Releases Earthquake and Volcanic Hazard Sourcebooks in Hiligaynon to Boost Local Resilience
In a significant move to enhance local resilience and understanding of natural hazards, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has released sourcebooks on earthquake and volcanic hazards written in Hiligaynon. The materials, developed under the DANAS (Disaster Narratives) Project, were officially handed over to the University of the Philippines Visayas and other stakeholders…
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Phivolcs to Set Up New Sea Level Monitoring Station in Ternate, Cavite
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) is gearing up to install a new sea level monitoring station (SLMS) in Ternate, Cavite, marking it as the 30th such facility in the Philippines and the first in the area. This initiative is being supported by a private entity, the Caylabne Bay Resort and Marina, which…
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Bicameral Committee Approves Bill to Modernize Phivolcs
In a unanimous decision, the bicameral conference committee has approved the final version of a bill aimed at modernizing the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The legislation, which merges Senate Bill 2828 and House Bill 10730, focuses on enhancing the agency’s technological capabilities to better manage disasters caused by volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and…
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Philippines Averages 30 Earthquakes Daily, Phivolcs Reports
In the wake of a magnitude 5.8 earthquake that struck Southern Leyte, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has reassured the public that the country’s frequent seismic activity is normal. Jeffrey Perez, a supervising science research specialist at Phivolcs, stated that the Philippines experiences an average of 30 earthquakes each day, a phenomenon…
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5.4 Earthquake Rattles Zamboanga del Norte, No Major Damage Reported
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake, initially reported as a 6.1, struck Zamboanga del Norte on Thursday, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The tectonic quake occurred at 11:41 a.m., centered 5 kilometers southeast of Siocon, at a depth of 43 kilometers. The tremor was felt across various regions, with Intensity V reported…
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5.4 Earthquake Strikes Zamboanga del Norte, No Major Damage Reported
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake, initially reported as a 6.1, jolted Zamboanga del Norte on Thursday, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The tectonic event occurred at 11:41 a.m., centered 5 kilometers southeast of Siocon, at a depth of 43 kilometers. The quake was felt with varying intensities across the region. In…
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5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Leyte, Philippines
A significant earthquake of magnitude 5.8 struck Southern Leyte, Philippines, on Thursday morning, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The seismic event occurred at 7:39 a.m., centered 10.01 kilometers southeast of San Francisco, at a depth of 14 kilometers. The quake was strongly felt in San Francisco with an intensity of…
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