Magnitude 6.4 quake hits Sarangani; aftershocks expected
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck Sarangani, Philippines, causing work suspensions and prompting warnings of aftershocks. The event was identified as an aftershock of a previous 7.8 magnitude quake that occurred in June.
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Frequent seismic activity in the region necessitates ongoing disaster preparedness and infrastructure safety assessments to protect the public.
MANILA, Philippines - A magnitude 6.4 earthquake jolted Sarangani shortly past noon yesterday, and was expected to generate aftershocks, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.
Phivolcs said the quake occurred at 12:14 p.m., with its epicenter located 37 kilometers southwest of Balut Island.
The quake, which was tectonic in origin, was initially reported to be magnitude 7.1, but was later downgraded by state seismologists.
It was felt at Intensity 5 in Glan, Sarangani.
Intensity 4 was felt in Alabel, Kiamba and Malungon in Sarangani, and Tupi and Polomolok in South Cotabato as well as in General Santos City.
Intensity 3 was felt in Maasim, Maitum and Malapatan in Sarangani, and Lake Sebu and Tampakan in South Cotabato.
Intensity 2 was recorded in Banga, Koronadal and Surallah in South Cotabato.
Phivolcs said the quake was an aftershock of the magnitude 7.8 temblor that struck Sarangani in June.
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