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Earthquake Preparedness and Marikina Fault Line

With the recent earthquake that shook parts of Visayas and Mindanao last Friday, August 31, we are reminded once again how important it is to know what to do during an earthquake. From news on TV, we learn that had the 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Metro Manila, there would be more damage and peril there since there are more people located and more buildings in the Metro.

We need to take note that the Marikina Fault Line runs all the way through the major parts of Metro Manila. This includes Marikina as well as Quezon City , Pasig and Taguig. If there is a strong movement in this fault line, we can foresee how many people and structures would be affected. We can almost wish that there is no fault line along these places so that we don’t have to worry about an earthquake. But well, this is the reality. The Marikina Fault Line has 2 segments: the East Valley Fault Line and the West Valley Fault Line.

Knowing the location of the fault lines in the country and informing the people is also key in helping people prepare for the reality of earthquakes. Perhaps even as of now, people in Metro Manila do not even know that their properties are that near to the marikina fault line exact location. They need to know so that all concerned could prepare well should an earthquake strike in their midst.

PHIVOLCS personnel who have been interviewed on TV stress that with the reality of these fault lines in Metro Manila and the country, we do need to be prepared in the event that an earthquake does take place. Above photo is an Earthquake preparedness guide from http://www.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph/ (edited a bit for clearer picture). Intentionally placed the AFTER earthquake guide as most accidents happened after earthquake.

This is a guest post by Pinay Home, a Filipina home maker who loves posting about gardening, cleaning and anything about Home.

Horseback Riding in Tagaytay

I have been telling my husband we should do a Tagaytay weekend. You know, not just an ordinary breakfast in Tagaytay but spending Saturday and Sunday there. Looking for a cheap hotel in Tagaytay is not easy, specially the one that offers horse back riding, play ground and a swimming pool. Luckily, I found a good deal that offers 2 days and 1 night stay at hotel near Tagaytay at 55% off.

The hotel is Chateau Royale Batangas and included in the deal was 2 days/1 night accommodation good for 4 persons (perfect for us, family of 6), free 3 course dinner, plated breakfast and free use of some of their amenities (playground and swimming pool). It’s a steal, considering the many amenities the hotel offers.

What made me buy this deal is the fact that the hotel offers horse back riding. You know how much we love horse back riding, er, I mean my kids. In fact, one of my dream destination for them is an equestrian holiday, and if my kids would enjoy riding, I on the other hand, would enjoy shopping at equestrian clearance. A hotel that offers horse back riding in Tagaytay is a must visit hotel for us.

Of course, the free use of swimming pool and playground is another factor, having 4 kids is not an easy task and all I want for a weekend vacation is a nice play where they can play and be as wild as they want.

Chateau Royale Batangas is located a few kilometers away from Tagaytay, so it’s a perfect hotel for us. Breakfast at Bag of Beans, picnic lunch at Picni Grove then straight ahead to Chateau Royale Batangas. Tagaytay weekend, I can’t wait for you!

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My friend Levy joined the promo.. so please.. pretty please vote for her entry.. like and share!