UAE's NCM records 6.3 magnitude earthquake in southern Philippines

A powerful earthquake shook the southern Philippines early Saturday morning, June 28, with tremors also recorded by seismic stations in the UAE. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), a 6.3-magnitude earthquake was detected in the Philippines at 3.07am UAE time.

However, in the Philippines, authorities confirmed the tremor as a magnitude 6.1 earthquake that struck off the coast of Davao Occidental at 7.07am local time. The quake prompted residents to evacuate homes as tremors were felt across several provinces.

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The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) initially measured the quake at magnitude 6.9 but later downgraded it to 6.1. The epicentre was located 85km southeast of Sarangani town, with a depth of 79 km. The quake was tectonic in nature.

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Phivolcs noted that aftershocks are anticipated, though no significant structural damage is expected. A magnitude 5.5 aftershock was recorded in the same area 7.41am (3.41am UAE time).

Despite the intensity of the tremors, Phivolcs confirmed that there is no tsunami threat linked to the seismic activity.

Phivolcs said it is continuing to monitor the affected areas.

Elizabeth Gonzales

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