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Philippine Fault Zone

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The Philippine Fault Zone (PFZ) is a major left-lateral strike-slip fault that extends for 1,200 km from Luzon to Mindanao. It is one of the most seismically active fault systems in the world.

1,200km long
M7.8Max historical
14Provinces

Is the Philippine Fault Zone dangerous?

Yes โ€” a major active fault

The Philippine Fault Zone is an active fault running roughly 1,200 km and crossing 14 provinces. The Philippine Fault Zone (PFZ) is a major left-lateral strike-slip fault that extends for 1,200 km from Luzon to Mindanao. It is one of the most seismically active fault systems in the world. It is considered capable of earthquakes up to about M7.8. Its last major event was the 1990 Luzon Earthquake (M7.8).

Location

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Last major event: 1990 Luzon Earthquake (M7.8)

Recent Earthquakes Near This Fault

3.5m

NEGROS- CEBU REG, PHILIPPINES

10 km deep
3.0m

NEGROS- CEBU REG, PHILIPPINES

17 km deep
3.2m

PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION

13 km deep
4.6mb

19 km ENE of Nailong, Philippines

10 km deep
3.0m

MASBATE REGION, PHILIPPINES

8 km deep
2.6Ms

019 km S 45ยฐ W of City Of Bogo (Cebu)

7 km deep
2.5Ms

018 km N 79ยฐ E of Pantukan (Davao De Oro)

46 km deep
2.8Ms

038 km S 87ยฐ W of Claveria (Masbate)

18 km deep
2.5Ms

032 km S 87ยฐ W of Claveria (Masbate)

17 km deep
3.5m

NEGROS- CEBU REG, PHILIPPINES

10 km deep
4.0mb

10 km NW of Capalonga, Philippines

10 km deep
2.5Ms

014 km S 02ยฐ E of City Of Bogo (Cebu)

6 km deep
2.9Ms

032 km S 60ยฐ W of Claveria (Masbate)

10 km deep
2.7Ms

030 km S 68ยฐ W of Claveria (Masbate)

19 km deep
3.0m

NEGROS- CEBU REG, PHILIPPINES

5 km deep
2.7Ms

008 km N 53ยฐ E of City Of Bogo (Cebu)

2 km deep
2.7Ms

022 km N 77ยฐ E of San Fernando (Bukidnon)

2 km deep
4.2mb

5 km SE of Ilihan, Philippines

134 km deep
2.5Ms

021 km N 62ยฐ E of City Of Bogo (Cebu)

9 km deep
2.9Ms

030 km S 15ยฐ W of San Pascual (Masbate)

11 km deep
3.5m

NEGROS- CEBU REG, PHILIPPINES

10 km deep
2.9Ms

014 km N 77ยฐ E of San Mariano (Isabela)

7 km deep

FAQ

Philippine Fault Zone: frequently asked questions

Is the Philippine Fault Zone dangerous?+

The Philippine Fault Zone is an active fault running roughly 1,200 km and crossing 14 provinces. The Philippine Fault Zone (PFZ) is a major left-lateral strike-slip fault that extends for 1,200 km from Luzon to Mindanao. It is one of the most seismically active fault systems in the world. It is considered capable of earthquakes up to about M7.8. Its last major event was the 1990 Luzon Earthquake (M7.8).

How large an earthquake can the Philippine Fault Zone produce?+

Based on its history and mapped length (~1,200 km), the Philippine Fault Zone is considered capable of earthquakes up to about magnitude 7.8. Its last major event was the 1990 Luzon Earthquake (M7.8).

When did the Philippine Fault Zone last produce a major earthquake?+

The last major event associated with the Philippine Fault Zone was the 1990 Luzon Earthquake (M7.8).

Which areas does the Philippine Fault Zone affect?+

The Philippine Fault Zone crosses or borders 14 provinces: Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna, Quezon, Camarines Sur, Masbate, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Surigao del Sur, Davao Oriental. The nearest major cities include Danao, Tayabas, Lucena, San Pablo, Mandaue.