Was Cebu affected by the earthquake?
It affected the whole Central Visayas region, particularly Bohol and Cebu….2013 Bohol earthquake.
| The rubble of the Church of Our Lady of Light in Loon, Bohol, the oldest and one of the largest in the province | |
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| Casualties | 222 dead; 8 missing; 976 injured |
How many people were dead as the earthquake struck the islands of Cebu and Bohol?
The earthquake affected over 1.2 million people, 222 people died (195 in Bohol), 976 were injured and eight people missing. Over 79,000 structures including homes, roads, churches, schools and public buildings were damaged, of which 14,500 were totally destroyed, resulting in over 340,000 displaced people.
How many families died in Bohol earthquake?
Preferred Social Impact Information:
| Type | Median | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Deaths | 230 incl. 8 missing | Daniell, CATDAT, Earthquake Report. |
| **NB: The lowest death toll is currently 186 as 11 are missing. The BQ mall may unfortunately have more victims according to eyewitnesses | ||
| Injuries | 967 | NDRRMC |
| Sheltered Homeless | 87000 | NDRRMC Data 02.11.2013 |
How strong is a 7.2 magnitude earthquake?
100 km. The U.S.G.S. said it was a magnitude 7.2 quake, more powerful than the 7.0 quake that hit Haiti in 2010, which killed nearly a quarter-million people. The Saturday quake struck in a less densely populated area of the country, but it was impossible to assess the full scope of casualties.
When was the last earthquake in Visayas?
The 2019 Eastern Samar Earthquake struck the islands of Visayas in the Philippines on April 23, 2019 at 1:37:51 PM(PHT)….2019 Eastern Samar earthquake.
| San Julian, Eastern Samar Show map of Visayas Show map of Philippines Show all | |
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| UTC time | 2019-04-23 05:37:51 |
| Magnitude | 6.5 Mw |
| Depth | 64 km (40 mi) |
| Epicenter | 11.79°N 125.38°E |
How many died in Bohol Earthquake 2013?
1562013 Bohol earthquake / Number of deaths
What is earthquake prone areas in Visayas?
2019 Eastern Samar earthquake
| San Julian, Eastern Samar Show map of Visayas Show map of Philippines Show all | |
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| UTC time | 2019-04-23 05:37:51 |
| Areas affected | Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, Western Visayas, Bicol Region, Caraga Region |
| Max. intensity | PEIS – VI (Very Strong) |
| Tsunami | None |
Where are the earthquake zone in Visayas?
DOST-PHIVOLCS INAUGURATES NEW SEISMIC STATION IN ILOILO (CASA), inaugurated the Dueñas Iloilo Seismic Station (DUIP) last 28 April 2022.
Where is the most damaging earthquake in the Philippines?
The strongest earthquake in the Philippines happened on 08/16/1976 in the region Mindanao with a magnitude of 8.0 on the Richter scale. The shifting of tectonic plates in a depth of 7 km resulted in 1200 deaths. The earthquake also triggered a tsunami with further victims and destructions.
Is Visayas the lowest risk of earthquake hazard?
In the area you have selected (Region VIII (Eastern Visayas)) earthquake hazard is classified as high according to the information that is currently available….Earthquake Hazard level: High?
| High | Low |
|---|---|
| Medium | Very low |
Is there a fault line in Bohol?
Bohol Fault System, or also known as (BFS), is a reverse fault system in Bohol province, Philippines. This fault system contains 3 segments: the newly found North Bohol Fault following the 2013 Bohol earthquake, the South Offshore Fault, and the East Bohol Fault.