Did you know: Padre Faura Street

Padre Faura Street in Ermita, Manila, was named after Jesuit instructor and inventor Federico Faura. Born on Dec. 30, 1840, Faura’s metrological studies led to the invention of the Faura barometer that indicated the proximity and intensity of typhoons. He was also instrumental in the establishment of the Manila Observatory and Philippine Weather Bureau. Faura died on Jan. 23, 1897. Marielle Medina, Inquirer Research