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1. Tectonic 2. Volcanic
The Philippine Archipelago occupies the western rim of the Pacific Ocean (Western Segment of the Pacific Ring of Fire), a most active part of the earth that is characterized by an ocean-encircling belt of active volcanoes and earthquake generators (fault lines).
2. Intensity
perceived strength of an earthquake based on relative effect to people and structures; generally higher near the epicenter
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Magnitude
based on instrumentally derived information and correlates strength with the amount of total energy released at the earthquakes point of origin
GROUND SHAKING
Hazards
Ground rupture
Landslides
Public education
teach people - characteristics of areas prone to landslide - signs of landslides - what to do
DUCK!
If on a mountain, or near a steep hillslope, move away from steep escarpments which may be affected by landslides