5
High
Earthquake Risk in Manila, Philippines
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
Risk: 5Historical: 8
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating for Manila based on ThinkHazard (Earthquake)
- 40 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
- 2 event(s) in the last 12 months
Last significant event: EXERCISE-7.2M Earthquake Metro Manila, PE15 (2015-06-25)
Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes
Manila is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.
How Manila Compares
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Notable Earthquake Events Near Manila
EXERCISE-7.2M Earthquake Metro Manila, PE15
June 24, 2015 — WARNING
Impact data not available
6.7M Earthquake Metro Manila 1400 4/23/2012 - BK12
April 23, 2012 — WARNING
Impact data not available
5.0 - Luzon, Philippines
January 11, 2010 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
5.1 - Luzon, Philippines
August 6, 2008 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
5.2 - Luzon, Philippines
November 22, 2012 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake Preparedness Tips
- 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
- 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
- 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
- 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
- 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly
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