Philippine Fault Zone
🔴 ActiveThe 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 — 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)
Affected Provinces
CagayanIsabelaNueva VizcayaNueva EcijaBulacanRizalLagunaQuezonCamarines SurMasbateLeyteSouthern LeyteSurigao del SurDavao Oriental
Cities Near This Fault
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.