7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Southern Philippines
A strong 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Sarangani town in the Davao Occidental region of Philippines on Friday at 4:14 pm (local time).
Philippines: A strong 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Friday. The quake struck at 4:14 pm (local time) and was centered 30 kilometers southwest of Sarangani town in the Davao Occidental region.
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said the quake was tectonic in origin and will likely generate aftershocks, which could cause damage to buildings and infrastructure.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage, but the quake was felt strongly in nearby areas, including General Santos City and adjacent provinces.
PHIVOLCS has not issued any tsunami warnings as of this writing.
The Philippines is located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, a seismically active region that is prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The country experiences an average of 20 earthquakes per day, most of which are too weak to be felt.
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