11 October 2025

Philippines 7.4 Earthquake | What the Pacific Ring of Fire Is Telling Us | Disaster Preparedness Talk

Aria and Thura discuss the recent 7.4 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines and the urgent need for better disaster preparedness in Southeast Asia.
đŸŽ„ English conversation with Japanese subtitles | Education | Global awareness

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At least one killed, 30 injured after powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off the coast of the Philippines

https://7news.com.au/news/powerful-74-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-off-the-coast-of-the-philippines-triggering-tsunami-warning-c-20302748

Earthquake rocks Philippines, tsunami warning issued

When I stand, I feel dizzy’: Deadly earthquake leaves Filipinos struggling in ghost towns

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c80g9ng3ed4o

Moment 6.9 magnitude earthquake rocks busy street in Philippines

Earthquake of magnitude 6.6 shakes Lae city in Papua New Guinea

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/earthquake-of-magnitude-66-shakes-lae-city-in-papua-new-guinea/ar-AA1O0POV?ocid=BingNewsVerp

Quake of Magnitude 6.6 Shakes Lae City in Papua New Guinea | Dawn News English

Aria: Did you hear about the earthquake in the Philippines again? They said it was magnitude 7.4 and even caused a tsunami warning.

Thura: Yes, I read that too. And on the same day, there was also a quake near Papua New Guinea. It’s like the whole Pacific Ring of Fire is shaking this month.

Aria: Exactly. Every time I hear “magnitude seven,” I feel my heart drop. Even if we’re far away, it reminds us how fragile life is.

Thura: True. But what’s worrying is that the frequency seems to be increasing. The tectonic stress in that region has been building up for years. Scientists have warned about possible “triggering effects” between nearby fault zones.

Aria: That makes sense. I was reading a UN report recently — they said Southeast Asia needs to invest more in early warning systems and retrofitting old buildings. Many rural schools and hospitals are still vulnerable.

Thura: Right, and disaster preparedness isn’t just about technology. It’s also about coordination. Local governments often don’t have proper communication channels with national agencies. By the time aid arrives, it’s sometimes too late.

Aria: That’s true. And after every major quake, you see the same pattern: international aid comes in, then interest fades after a few weeks. What’s needed is sustained community rebuilding, not just emergency relief.

Thura: Exactly. I think Japan’s disaster management model — strict building codes, regular drills, and community-based response teams — should be studied more seriously across the region.

Aria: Agreed. The science is there, but the political will often isn’t. Maybe these frequent quakes will finally push governments to act before the next big one hits.