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    Republic of the Philippines Department of Environment and Natural Resources MINES AND GEOSCIENCES BUREAU Cordillera Administrative Region 80 Diego Silang St., Baguio City 2600 Tel. No. 63 74 442 6392; Fax No. 63 74 304 2596; Website: yn car.mgb.gov.ph E-mail: car@mgb.gov.ph; car_mgb@yahoo.com; mgb.cordillera@gmail.com November 21, 2019 HON. BENSMAR B. LIGWANG Municipal Mayor Kabugao, Apayao Sir: As per your request, attached herewith is the report entitled “Ocular Geologic Investigation Conducted on an Area Affected by Typhoon Quiel and Monsoon Rains at Poblacion, Kabugao, Apayao" by Jelson Fitzgerald D. Edduba, Geologist We hope that the result of the investigation would satisfy the purpose of your request and we appreciate the opportunity to be of service to you. Very truly yours, OIC, Regional Director $4¥* cy = reese res Sanaa AVN HA tt MGB-CAR-FO-FAD-DCC-001 0 (08.24.18) “MINING SHALL BE PRO-PEOPLE AND PRO-ENVIRONMENT IN SUSTAINING WEALTH CREATION AND IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE.” Office of the Regional Director/Finance and Administrative Division - 63 74 442 6392; ICT - 63 74 661 7685; Geosciences Dhvsion/Laboratory Section 63 74 304 2500; Mine Management Division - 63 74 304 3068 (Monitoring and Technical Services Section/Mining Tenement Evaluation/Mineral Lands Survey Section); Mine Safety Environment and Social Development Section - 63, 74304 2595; Social Development Section/Environment Section 63 74 304 2530 Republic of the Philippines Department of Environment and Natural Resources MINES AND GEOSCIENCES BUREAU Cordillera Administrative Region 80 Diego Siang St., Baguio City 2600 Tel. No, 63 74 442 6392; Fax No. 63 74 304 2596; Website: wnw.car.mgb gov ph E-mail: car@mgb.gov.ph; car_meb@ yahoo.com; mgb.cordillera@gmail.com November 18, 2019 name inant ft Fees 2 ee MEMORANDUM ato al Au UN FOR ray w. apie TY ee OIC, Regional Director sos ars THRU | BENIGNO CESAR L. ESPEJO OIC, Geosciences Division FROM JELSON FITZGERALD D, EDDUBA Geologist SUBJECT: Ocular Geologic Investigation Conducted on an area affected by Typhoon Quiel and Monsoon Rains at Poblacion, Kabugao, Apayao In connection with the verbal request of Hon. Bensmar B. Ligwang, Municipal Mayor, Kabugao, Apayao addressed to Fay W. Apil, OIC, Regional Director, Mines and Geosciences Bureau, Cordillera Administrative Region, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (MGB- CAR, DENR), a Geohazard Investigation was undertaken by the undersigned geologist at the above-mentioned location. The purpose of the investigation is to assess the geological stability of the proposed project and to come up with the appropriate recommendation “MINING SHALL BE PRO-PEOPLE AND PRO-ENVIRONMENT IN SUSTAINING WEALTH CREATION AND IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE.” Office of the Regional Director/Finance and Administrative Division ~ 63 74 442 6392; ICT ~ 63 74 661 7685; Geosciences Division/Laboratory Section 63 74 304 2500; Mine Management Division ~ 63 74 304 3068 (Monitoring and Technical Services Section/Mining Tenement Evaluation Mineral Lands Survey Section); Mine Safety Environment and Social Development Section - 63 74308 2585; Social Development Section/Environment Section 63 74 304 2530, Findings and Observations 1. The site is situated at Poblacion, Kabugao, Apayao and is approximately located at geographical coordinates 18°1' 17.3" North latitude and 121° 10' 55.7" Bast longitude using Geographical Positioning System (GPS) instrument, It can be reached from Santa Marcela Municipal Hall thru Santa Marcela Municipal Road then thru San Juan Barangay Road The site is situated adjacent to San Juan Elementary School Compound 2, It is situated on a levelled ground characterized by highly sloping topography towards northwest. No slope stabilization structure was noted on the area during the investigation In addition, a damaged residential building and tension cracks with vertical and horizontal displacement were noted, Figure 1 aerial photo of Barangey Poblacion, Kebugao, Apayao 3. The area is affected by surface run-off which tends to flow on a generally northwest direction towards Apayao River traversing a general northeast direction, No drainage canal was noted within the site during the time of inspection igure 2 photo showing tension cracks with vertical and horizontal displacements observed on the area 4, Numerous existing residential buildings were observed within the affected area during the time of investigation® Figure 4 photo showing the downslope portion of the area sloping towards Apayeao River, In ation, thsi photo aso shows benttilted trees along the sloping portion ofthe are 5. The area is underlain by sedimentary rocks composed of conglomerate, sandstone and siltsone, In addition, thick soil cover was noted that is believed to be derived from the in- situ weathering of the underlying rocks. 6. No surface manifestation of faults and lineaments were observed within the area and its vicinities during the field ocular inspection. However, the site is affected by an active mass movement in the form of creeping as manifested by the presence of tilted trees. The creeping was aggravated by saturation due to the continuous and heavy downpour of typhoon of Typhoon Quiel which then resulted to the downward movement of the area. Moreover, presence of approximately 20 centimeter vertical and horizontal displacements were observed during the time of inspection. Conclusions and Recommendations Based from the above cited findings and observations, the site is experiencing instabilities in the form of creeping. The unstable area has low stability since the shear stress has been reduced, Furthermore, it will continue move downslope over a long period of time or can be easily remobilized, Additional factor considered is that the subject area is situated on a steep slope. Based from the discussions previously mentioned, all the basic factors considered for the progression of the landslide are still present, thus its progression/remobilization should be expected. To avoid possible loss of lives as well as properties the following recommendation should be taken into consideration. However, these are mitigation in nature and not a guarantee for the total stability of the progressive landslide. 1 ‘A systematic drainage system should be introduced in the area and should be concreted and interconnected with the main drainage system. All surface water should be diverted away from the site, Furthermore, appropriate embankment and concrete lining along the River should be considered to prevent scouring/instabilities along the riverbank. Reduction of slope angle by systematic terracing/benching and the consequent introduction of retaining walls along the slopes to be cut/benched. As a long-term solution, residents affected by the ground instabilities should be relocated to a more stable area 4. The area should be declared as “Danger Zone”, therefore, construction of new building structures should be prevented. 5. Proper monitoring of the area should be implemented including the residential areas for possible development of ground stabilities as manifested by tension cracks, tilted/bent trees and/or ground displacements. 6. The residents of the area should be properly informed of the geohazard condition of the area and that they should be vigilant especially during prolonged/heavy precipitation. 7. Consult a Structural Engineer for a detailed assessment of the structural integrity of the affected buildings Any damages due to non-implementation of these recommendations shall be the sole responsibility of the proponents. SON FITZGERALD D. EDDUBA Geologist PRC # 0002941 AGS iD “pov. SS Vi 7

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