CASIGURAN EARTHQUAKE Flashcards
1
Q
The ______________ occurred on 04:19:22 local time on August 2 with a moment magnitude of 7.6 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent). A magnitude of 7.3 earthquake hit he city of Casiguran, Quezon (now part of Aurora province.)
A
1968 Casiguran earthquake
2
Q
was a large six-storey building containing 38 commercial units in its first two floors and 76 residential units in its upper four floors.
A
RUBY TOWER
3
Q
is a large eight-storey building that suffered severe damage near its southern end.
A
ALOHA THEATER
4
Q
is a medium sized six-storey building which suffered severe damage or very close to collapse
A
TUASON BUILDING
5
Q
was a medium rise six-storey commercial building with offices and club rooms
A
PHILIPPINES BAR ASSOCIATION BUILDING
