1990 Luzon earthquake, Earthquake in the Philippines
The 1990 Luzon earthquake was a devastating natural disaster that struck the island of Luzon.
On July 16, 1990, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake caused widespread destruction and claimed numerous lives.
The event had a lasting impact on local communities and prompted improvements in building codes.
Tourists visiting affected areas like Baguio City can still see the remnants and memorial sites.
The quake created a ground rupture extending over 100 kilometers, making it one of the longest ever recorded in the Philippines.
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