The magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck Mindoro was one of the significant seismic events in the Philippines in the 1990s. At approximately 3:00 PM local time, the earthquake's epicenter was located near the coast of Mindoro Island. The quake produced substantial shaking that was felt across nearby regions, alarming residents and local authorities. Buildings were destroyed, and infrastructure suffered immense damage, which complicated rescue and recovery efforts. The aftershocks continued for days, adding to the anxiety of the local population, many of whom had lost their homes or loved ones. The seismic activity was a stark reminder of the Philippines' position along the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area notorious for its frequent earthquakes.The tsunami generated by the earthquake was particularly alarming. Not only did it add to the already existing woes of the affected populace, but the large wave inundated coastal areas, further leading to loss of life and property. The community was largely unprepared for such a disaster, highlighting the need for more effective disaster preparedness mechanisms in the region. Local government and international organizations worked diligently to provide aid and support to the affected areas as recognition of the urgent need for infrastructure improvement in natural disaster preparedness became evident in the aftermath of this seismic event.