RR7635A PHILIPPINES: THE MINDANAO QUAKE

(2 Sep 1976) RR7635A PHILIPPINES: THE MINDANAO QUAKE 4,000 dead, 4,000 missing (probably dead), 200,000 homeless - the stark facts about the worst natural disaster ever to hit the Philippines. On August 17th 1976, a severe earthquake followed by a devastating tidal wave struck the coastal areas of the southern island of Mindanao. This report records the appalling damage, the rescue work and the organisation of relief. It also discusses how the disaster is likely to effect the struggle of Mindanao's Moslem rebels for secession from Manila. Film: Rev – Sound: Mag/SOF– Colour – Available in HD Find out more about AP Archive: http://www.aparchive.com/HowWeWork Twitter:   / ap_archive   Facebook:   / aparchives   ​​ Instagram:   / apnews   You can license this story through AP Archive: http://www.aparchive.com/metadata/you...