EEFIT Mission report: Luzon, Philippines

This report provides details of:

• The earthquake affected region
• Seismological aspects
• Structural effects of strong ground motion
• Liquefaction
• Slope stability
• Effects of surface rupture of fault
• Performance of Lifeline services
• Performance of communication networks
• Performance of non-engineered buildings
• Engineering practice in the Philippines
• Discussion of structural aspects
• Discussion of geotechnical aspects
• Economic losses and consequences
• Conclusions and recommendations