Seismic-Resistant Design Tested in Philippines Quake January 7
Seismic-resistant design faces immediate scrutiny after a 6.4-magnitude quake off Mindanao, Philippines, on January 7, 2026.Depth: 58.5 kilometers.No tsunami warning issued.No structural damage reported.Code Gaps in High-Risk Urban AreasBuilding codes exist. Enforcement does not.Flaws persist in informal settlements and older…