The midnight killer | Moro Gulf Tsunami
Summary
TLDROn August 17, 1976, the Philippines experienced one of its most devastating natural disasters: the Moro Gulf tsunami. Triggered by a magnitude 8.0 earthquake near Lebak, Sultan Kudarat, Mindanao, the quake toppled cities and communities. Five minutes later, waves up to 9 meters high slammed into the coast, claiming an estimated 8,000 lives. This tragic event, dubbed 'The Midnight Killer,' is a stark reminder of nature's power and the resilience of the human spirit.
Takeaways
- 🗓️ On August 17, 1976, a catastrophic event occurred: the Moro Gulf tsunami.
- 📍 The event took place in the Philippines, specifically on the island of Moro Gulf in Mindanao.
- ⏰ The earthquake struck at 12:11 AM, marking the strongest earthquake in Philippine history.
- 🔍 The earthquake's epicenter was in the town of Lebak, Sultan Kudarat.
- 🏠 The magnitude 8.0 quake caused massive destruction, toppling cities, communities, and houses near the coast of Mindanao.
- 🌊 Five minutes post-quake, tsunami waves rose approximately 9 meters high, impacting the Gulf of Moro.
- 🏙️ Cotabato and Kabisayasan were among the towns severely affected by the disaster.
- 💔 The tragic event resulted in an estimated 8,000 fatalities, including those missing and unidentified.
- 🕯️ The disaster is historically referred to as 'The Midnight Killer', a grim reminder of nature's power.
- 📜 The script serves as a historical account, ensuring that the memory of the victims is preserved and honored.
Q & A
When did the Moro Gulf tsunami occur?
-The Moro Gulf tsunami occurred on August 17, 1976.
In which country was the Moro Gulf tsunami recorded?
-The Moro Gulf tsunami was recorded in the Philippines.
On which island did the Moro Gulf tsunami take place?
-The Moro Gulf tsunami took place on the island of Moro Gulf in Mindanao.
What was the time of the strongest earthquake in Philippine history on August 17, 1976?
-The strongest earthquake in Philippine history hit at around 12:11 in the morning.
What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Lebak, Sultan Kudarat?
-The earthquake had a magnitude of 8.0.
Which towns were particularly affected by the earthquake and tsunami?
-The towns of Cotabato and Kabisayasan were particularly affected by the earthquake and tsunami.
How long after the earthquake did the tsunami waves rise?
-The tsunami waves rose approximately five minutes after the earthquake.
How high did the tsunami waves reach?
-The tsunami waves reached about 9 meters high, which is as high as a three-story building.
How many people were estimated to have been killed in the Moro Gulf tsunami?
-An estimated 8,000 people were killed in the Moro Gulf tsunami, including those missing and unrecognized.
What is the nickname given to the Moro Gulf tsunami?
-The Moro Gulf tsunami is referred to as 'The Midnight Killer'.
What is the significance of remembering the victims of the Moro Gulf tsunami?
-Remembering the victims of the Moro Gulf tsunami serves as a reminder of the tragic event and honors those who lost their lives.
Outlines
🌊 Moro Gulf Tsunami: The Midnight Killer
On August 17, 1976, the Moro Gulf in the Philippines witnessed one of the most devastating natural disasters in the country's history. A magnitude 8.0 earthquake, the strongest ever recorded in the Philippines, struck the town of Lebak, Sultan Kudarat, at 12:11 AM. This catastrophic event led to the formation of a tsunami with waves reaching approximately 9 meters high, comparable to a three-story building. The tsunami hit the Moro Gulf, particularly impacting the town of Cotabato and the region of Kabisayahan. The disaster resulted in an estimated 8,000 fatalities, including those reported missing and unidentified. This tragic event is remembered as 'The Midnight Killer,' a stark reminder of the power of nature and the importance of remembering its victims.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Moro Gulf
💡Earthquake
💡Tsunami
💡Lebak
💡Magnitude 8.0
💡Cotabato
💡Kabisayahan
💡Midnight Killer
💡Estimated Eight Thousand People
💡Disaster
💡Historical Remembrance
Highlights
On August 17, 1976, a devastating earthquake and tsunami occurred in the Moro Gulf, Philippines.
The event is known as the Moro Gulf tsunami.
The earthquake was recorded on the island of Moro Gulf in Mindanao.
The earthquake struck at 12:11 AM, marking the strongest in Philippine history.
The magnitude of the earthquake was 8.0.
The town of Lebak, Sultan Kudarat, was directly hit by the earthquake.
The earthquake caused widespread destruction of cities, communities, and houses near the coast of Mindanao.
The town of Cotabato and Kabisayasan were particularly affected.
Five minutes after the earthquake, waves rose to approximately 9 meters.
The tsunami waves were as high as a three-story building.
The tsunami struck the Gulf of Moru.
The event resulted in an estimated 8,000 fatalities, including those missing and unrecognized.
The disaster is referred to as 'The Midnight Killer'.
The historical significance of the event is emphasized.
The importance of remembering the victims of the tragedy is highlighted.
Transcripts
Did you know that on august 17,1976
a horrible and terrifying earthquake
and so-called moro gulf tsunami occurred.
The devastating tsunami
was recorded in the Philippines on the island of Moru gulf in mindanao.
At around 12:11 in the morning,
the strongest earthquake in Philippine history
hit the town of lebak sultan kudarat
with a magnitude 8.0
that knocked down cities, communities, houses
near the coast of mindanao.
The town of cotabato in particular
and other town of kabisayasan are also affected
Five minutes after the quake the waves rose.
Reaching an about 9 meters
or as high as 3 story building
which struck the gulf of the muru.
In that terrible event,
an estimated eight thousand people were killed.
Including the missing
and unrecognized.
History will never be forgotten
and we will remembered
the victims
of the so-called
The Midnight Killer
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