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Fake News! SM MOA denies circulating “foundation” damages

MANAGEMENT of the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) denied circulating messages in various apps and social media claiming that the foundation of the mall is damaged.

The message claimed a warning to the public not to go to MOA due to the possible dangers, attributed to the damaged foundation.

“Wala muna po pupunta sa MOA ha….. Guys, avoid nyo din pumunta sa MOA. 1 of the Engineers is our family friend and pinatawag sila ng management dahil nasira na ang mga pondasyon sa ilalim causing the water from the bay to enter sa ilalim…” part of the message said.

It likewise claimed that the pumping system is the only mechanism that is forcing the water out of the mall back to the Manila Bay.

They said that the mall buildings could collapse if the said pumps malfunction.

But the SM MOA issued a statement debunking the claims.

“The foundation of the SM Mall of Asia Complex is built on concrete piles that reach the bedrock and will withstand extreme situations,” it said.

They added that an annual general inspection of the buildings is being done to check on its strength and durability.

“Moreover, we also have rigorous annual checks to ensure the stability of the buildings so that at no time will the safety of our customers, tenants, and employees be compromised,” the statement said.

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