Philippines's Mindanao on Saturday (Dec 2) was hit with a 7.5 magnitude earthquake, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).

The seismic event occurred at a depth of 63 km (39 miles), as reported by EMSC. Following the earthquake, the US tsunami warning system promptly issued a tsunami warning.

After the powerful earthquake jolted the archipelagic country in the Southeast Asia region, tsunamis are expected in the Philippines as well as in Japan.

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The Philippine Seismology Agency, PHIVOLCS, has issued a warning that&nbsp;waves are anticipated to reach the Philippines around midnight local time (1600 GMT). It said that the waves may persist for several hours.

Meanwhile, Japan&nbsp;is expected to experience tsunami waves of up to one metre (3 feet) along its western coast around 1:30 am on Sunday (1630 GMT on Saturday), Reuters reported quoting NHK.

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The US Geological Survey has assessed the earthquake at a magnitude of 7.6, with a depth of 32 km (20 miles).

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The seismic event occurred at 10:37 pm (1437 GMT). It is yet to be seen if there will be any urgent precautions and evacuation measures to be taken by the authorities in view of the powerful quake.

<h2>6.4 aftershock&nbsp;</h2>

The southern island of Mindanao experienced a succession of aftershocks, including one of 6.4 magnitude, following the late Saturday (Dec 2) magnitude 7.6 quake. The seismic activity has heightened concerns and vigilance in the affected region, with authorities closely monitoring the situation for any further developments. The earthquake has prompted a tsunami alert and caused a swift movement of residents to safer inland areas.

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Philippines's Mindanao on Saturday (Dec 2) was hit with a 7.5 magnitude earthquake, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 63 km (39 miles), as reported by EMSC.

Philippines's Mindanao on Saturday (Dec 2) was hit with a 7.5 magnitude earthquake, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 63 km (39 miles), as reported by EMSC. Following the earthquake, the US tsunami warning system promptly issued a tsunami warning. After the powerful earthquake jolted the archipelagic country in the Southeast Asia region, tsunamis are expected in the Philippines as well as in Japan. Also Read | North Korea roars back at US, says satellite interference will be seen as declaration of war The Philippine Seismology Agency, PHIVOLCS, has issued a warning that waves are anticipated to reach the Philippines around midnight local time (1600 GMT). It said that the waves may persist for several hours. Meanwhile, Japan is expected to experience tsunami waves of up to one metre (3 feet) along its western coast around 1:30 am on Sunday (1630 GMT on Saturday), Reuters reported quoting NHK. Also Read | Zaporizhzhia plant's power cut carried risk of nuclear 'accident': Ukraine The US Geological Survey has assessed the earthquake at a magnitude of 7.6, with a depth of 32 km (20 miles). Watch | Indicted Republican lawmaker George Santos expelled from US House The seismic event occurred at 10:37 pm (1437 GMT). It is yet to be seen if there will be any urgent precautions and evacuation measures to be taken by the authorities in view of the powerful quake. 6.4 aftershock The southern island of Mindanao experienced a succession of aftershocks, including one of 6.4 magnitude, following the late Saturday (Dec 2) magnitude 7.6 quake. The seismic activity has heightened concerns and vigilance in the affected region, with authorities closely monitoring the situation for any further developments. The earthquake has prompted a tsunami alert and caused a swift movement of residents to safer inland areas. (With inputs from agencies)

7.5 magnitude earthquake jolts Philippines, tsunami warning issued

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake shook&nbsp;the southern Philippines on Sunday, intensifying the prevailing anxiety in the region. The US Geological Survey reported&nbsp;this seismic event as one among the series of potent aftershocks experienced since the previous day's more powerful quake.

The latest earthquake occurred at&nbsp;around 6:36 pm (1036 GMT) at a depth of 56 kilometres (35 miles), northeast of Hinatuan municipality on Mindanao island.

This is the same area where residents had sought higher ground following a magnitude 7.6 quake the night before.

The aftershock prompted&nbsp;a rush of people out of their homes, fuelled by vivid memories of the prior night's seismic activity, reported AFP.

At least two people lost their lives, and several sustained injuries in the earlier earthquake. The recent aftershock reignites fear and panic, compelling authorities to assess potential damage and casualties.

Police are actively engaged in checking for further harm and attending to the safety of the affected population.

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<h2>Tsunami alerts and tremors</h2>

The previous day's quake triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific region, amplifying the urgency for residents along the east coast of Mindanao to evacuate.

No major damage to buildings or infrastructure is reported so far. The aftershocks, with magnitudes exceeding 6.0, continue to add to the seismic unrest, maintaining a state of heightened alert.

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The Philippines seismology institute initially warned of a "destructive tsunami," heightening concerns of life-threatening waves.

Though the tsunami warning is eventually lifted, small swells are reported as far away as Japan's eastern Pacific coast.

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This earthquake follows a 6.7 magnitude quake in Mindanao just two weeks prior, highlighting the region's vulnerability to frequent seismic activity.

The Philippines, situated along the Pacific "Ring of Fire," faces ongoing challenges with earthquakes, with most being imperceptible to humans.

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A magnitude 6.6 earthquake shook the southern Philippines on Sunday, intensifying the prevailing anxiety in the region. The US Geological Survey reported this seismic event as one among the series of potent aftershocks experienced since the previous day's more powerful quake.

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake shook the southern Philippines on Sunday, intensifying the prevailing anxiety in the region. The US Geological Survey reported this seismic event as one among the series of potent aftershocks experienced since the previous day's more powerful quake. The latest earthquake occurred at around 6:36 pm (1036 GMT) at a depth of 56 kilometres (35 miles), northeast of Hinatuan municipality on Mindanao island. This is the same area where residents had sought higher ground following a magnitude 7.6 quake the night before. The aftershock prompted a rush of people out of their homes, fuelled by vivid memories of the prior night's seismic activity, reported AFP. At least two people lost their lives, and several sustained injuries in the earlier earthquake. The recent aftershock reignites fear and panic, compelling authorities to assess potential damage and casualties. Police are actively engaged in checking for further harm and attending to the safety of the affected population. Also read | Philippines says it monitored illegal presence of over 135 Chinese vessels in South China Sea Tsunami alerts and tremors The previous day's quake triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific region, amplifying the urgency for residents along the east coast of Mindanao to evacuate. No major damage to buildings or infrastructure is reported so far. The aftershocks, with magnitudes exceeding 6.0, continue to add to the seismic unrest, maintaining a state of heightened alert. Also watch | Philippines: South China Sea dispute should not define ties The Philippines seismology institute initially warned of a "destructive tsunami," heightening concerns of life-threatening waves. Though the tsunami warning is eventually lifted, small swells are reported as far away as Japan's eastern Pacific coast. Also read | China executes two Filipinos convicted of drug trafficking: Manila This earthquake follows a 6.7 magnitude quake in Mindanao just two weeks prior, highlighting the region's vulnerability to frequent seismic activity. The Philippines, situated along the Pacific "Ring of Fire," faces ongoing challenges with earthquakes, with most being imperceptible to humans. (With inputs from agencies)

Southern Philippines shaken by magnitude 6.6 earthquake following Saturday’s 7.6 tremor

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Philippines on Wednesday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said.&nbsp; 
 
The earthquake was reported in the Calayan town of the Cagayan province, state-run Philippine News Agency cited the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology as saying.

The tremor, with its epicenter 22 kilometers (13 miles) northwest of Dalupiri Island, hit the region at around 11.35 a.m. (0335GMT).

There were no immediate reports of damage or loss of life.

Earlier in June, an&nbsp; earthquake shook parts of the Philippines, southwest of the capital Manila.

After that, a&nbsp;6.2 magnitude earthquake was felt last week on Thursday near Hukay, about 120 kilometres (75 miles) below the earth's surface, the US Geological Survey said.

Deep quakes are often widely felt but with less potential to cause major damage. Hukay is about 140 kilometers (87 miles) from Manila.

Earlier, two strong earthquakes of magnitudes 6.2 and 4.6 struck Nepal on Tuesday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported, adding that the tremors were felt across large parts of India.

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A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Philippines on Wednesday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said. The earthquake was reported in the Calayan town of the Cagayan province, state-run Philippine News Agency cited the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology as saying.

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Philippines on Wednesday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said. The earthquake was reported in the Calayan town of the Cagayan province, state-run Philippine News Agency cited the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology as saying. The tremor, with its epicenter 22 kilometers (13 miles) northwest of Dalupiri Island, hit the region at around 11.35 a.m. (0335GMT). There were no immediate reports of damage or loss of life. Earlier in June, an earthquake shook parts of the Philippines, southwest of the capital Manila. After that, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake was felt last week on Thursday near Hukay, about 120 kilometres (75 miles) below the earth's surface, the US Geological Survey said. Deep quakes are often widely felt but with less potential to cause major damage. Hukay is about 140 kilometers (87 miles) from Manila. Earlier, two strong earthquakes of magnitudes 6.2 and 4.6 struck Nepal on Tuesday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported, adding that the tremors were felt across large parts of India. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Philippines hit by 6.1 magnitude earthquake, no reports of loss of life

Philippines was hit by an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 on Thursday,&nbsp;the German Research Centre for Geosciences said. The epicenter is reported to be at Mindoro island about 160 km south of the capital Manila.

The earthquake was felt at 10:19 am (local time) or 2:19 am (Greenwich Mean Time).

There was a conflict in the initial seismic reading of the earthquake.

While the German Research Centre for Geosciences said that the earthquake was of 6.5 magnitude, the Philippine seismology agency said that it recorded the earthquake of magnitude 6.2 on the richter scale.

The tremors were also felt in the capital&nbsp;and in nearby provinces.

The quake was at a depth of 10 kilometres (6.21 miles), German Research Centre for Geosciences said.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) warned that damage and aftershocks are expected, Manila-headquartered Rappler news portal reported.

People took to social media with their immediate reactions following the earthquake.&nbsp;

"Very long and strong earthquake in Manila just now. Made me realize how unprepared and not-emergency-ready I am. I just froze and didn’t know what to do. Driving around Makati now and seeing loads of people who evacuated from their buildings. I’m glad they knew what to do," a user wrote on Twitter.

Another user shared visuals of students at an educational institute being evacuated right before their graduation ceremony.&nbsp;

This is a breaking story. More information will be added soon.

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Philippines was hit by an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 on Thursday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences said. The epicenter is reported to be at Mindoro island about 160 km south of the capital Manila.

Philippines was hit by an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 on Thursday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences said. The epicenter is reported to be at Mindoro island about 160 km south of the capital Manila. The earthquake was felt at 10:19 am (local time) or 2:19 am (Greenwich Mean Time). There was a conflict in the initial seismic reading of the earthquake. While the German Research Centre for Geosciences said that the earthquake was of 6.5 magnitude, the Philippine seismology agency said that it recorded the earthquake of magnitude 6.2 on the richter scale. The tremors were also felt in the capital and in nearby provinces. The quake was at a depth of 10 kilometres (6.21 miles), German Research Centre for Geosciences said. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) warned that damage and aftershocks are expected, Manila-headquartered Rappler news portal reported. People took to social media with their immediate reactions following the earthquake. "Very long and strong earthquake in Manila just now. Made me realize how unprepared and not-emergency-ready I am. I just froze and didn’t know what to do. Driving around Makati now and seeing loads of people who evacuated from their buildings. I’m glad they knew what to do," a user wrote on Twitter. Another user shared visuals of students at an educational institute being evacuated right before their graduation ceremony. This is a breaking story. More information will be added soon. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Philippines hit by major earthquake, tremors felt in Manila and nearby provinces

A shallow earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck a remote Philippine island Tuesday following which a tsunami warning was issued and an evacuation order was issued to coastal dwellers. The quake hit around 9 pm about 120 kilometres from Catanduanes Island, the US Geological Survey said.

Shallow quakes can cause more damage as opposed to deeper ones. However, so far, there are no reports of any destruction or fatalities.&nbsp;

The state seismological agency said the quake had caused a "minor sea-level disturbance", leading to a warning of tsunami waves of less than a metre high above normal tides that are likely to reach Catanduanes and Samar islands. &nbsp;

"These waves may continue for hours," it said.&nbsp;

Local disaster officers were directed to ask people living near the sea to evacuate to higher ground, Luis Surtida, Catanduanes provincial disaster officer, said.&nbsp;

No evacuation order was issued on Samar Island, authorities said.

The island of Catanduanes is a poor farming island and is frequently hit by typhoons.

"It wasn't that strong to generate damage," said Prince Obo, a disaster officer in Catanduanes's Gigmoto municipality.&nbsp;

Obo said the quake struck the island when he was at home. He "waited until the building stopped shaking" before joining his neighbours outside.&nbsp;

"I have action figures in my cabinet which moved, but they didn't fall," he told AFP.&nbsp;

Police Corporal Rodin Balcueva said the quake was "quite strong" in Pandan municipality, on the northern tip of Catanduanes.

"We hid beneath our tables," Balcueva told AFP.&nbsp;

Quakes are pretty common in the Philippines as it sits along the Pacific "Ring of Fire". The arc of intense seismic and volcanic activity stretches from Japan through Southeast Asia and across the Pacific basin.

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A shallow earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck a remote Philippine island Tuesday following which a tsunami warning was issued and an evacuation order was issued to coastal dwellers.

A shallow earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck a remote Philippine island Tuesday following which a tsunami warning was issued and an evacuation order was issued to coastal dwellers. The quake hit around 9 pm about 120 kilometres from Catanduanes Island, the US Geological Survey said. Shallow quakes can cause more damage as opposed to deeper ones. However, so far, there are no reports of any destruction or fatalities. The state seismological agency said the quake had caused a "minor sea-level disturbance", leading to a warning of tsunami waves of less than a metre high above normal tides that are likely to reach Catanduanes and Samar islands. "These waves may continue for hours," it said. Local disaster officers were directed to ask people living near the sea to evacuate to higher ground, Luis Surtida, Catanduanes provincial disaster officer, said. No evacuation order was issued on Samar Island, authorities said. The island of Catanduanes is a poor farming island and is frequently hit by typhoons. "It wasn't that strong to generate damage," said Prince Obo, a disaster officer in Catanduanes's Gigmoto municipality. Obo said the quake struck the island when he was at home. He "waited until the building stopped shaking" before joining his neighbours outside. "I have action figures in my cabinet which moved, but they didn't fall," he told AFP. Police Corporal Rodin Balcueva said the quake was "quite strong" in Pandan municipality, on the northern tip of Catanduanes. "We hid beneath our tables," Balcueva told AFP. Quakes are pretty common in the Philippines as it sits along the Pacific "Ring of Fire". The arc of intense seismic and volcanic activity stretches from Japan through Southeast Asia and across the Pacific basin. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Remote Philippine island hit by shallow 6.2 magnitude quake, tsunami warning issued