Luzon, Philippines
Updated on 22 April 2019
The Situation:
A 6.4 magnitude (USGS) earthquake struck near San Julian town on Eastern Samar province in central Philippines. There were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology & Seismology (Phivolcs) recorded it at 6.5 magnitude.
Update to Yesterday’s Earthquake in Luzon:
Damage and casualty reports from yesterday's quake:
11 dead
30 missing (supermarket collapse in Porac, Pampanga, a province northwest of the capital Manila)
A state of calamity was declared in Porac to allow contingency funds to be released faster
Damages to Clark International Airport - 7 injured, operations suspended for 24 hours for inspections
Ninoy Aquino International Airport operating normally
Many businesses and schools in Manila closed for building safety inspections
Over 400 aftershocks, mostly going unfelt
What to Expect:
Disruptions to public transportation
Aftershocks, which can last for weeks
Travel delays caused by increased road traffic and damaged or unsafe roadways
Grounded or delayed flights
Disruptions in public utilities (i.e. water and electricity)
Mitigation Factors to Apply:
Monitor local news media for updates
Enroll in the Safe Traveler program (STEP) to receive warnings from the U.S. Embassy
Allow extra time to travel to/from the airport, supplier, and accommodations
Avoid traveling through damaged areas
Keep electronics charged
Maintain communication throughout the remainder of the trip
Keep bottled water nearby
Check with airline that flights are moving on time
Expect aftershocks, some may be strong
Most recent earthquake epicenter reported by Philippine Institute of Volcanology & Seismology:
Distance from Epicenter to Supplier:
For Further Information and Monitoring:
DISCLAIMER and Hold Harmless
Disclaimer: LSDS gathers information from multiple sources and offers insight and perspective to travelers. Sources cannot be validated for accuracy in every instance. Travelers assume all risk associated with their travel and are responsible for the decisions associated with travel and for their own safety. Users of this reference document agree, to hold harmless LSDS (LLC) its employees and clients associated with any risk or injury incurred during travel.
Comments