A magnitude 5.6 earthquake jolted Davao Oriental on Wednesday at 11:35 PM, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).
The quake's epicenter was pinpointed 17 kilometers northeast of Caraga, with a depth of 29 kilometers.
Phivolcs reported that Intensity III was felt in several areas, including Mati City and Monkayo City.
Intensity IV was recorded in Nabunturan, while other regions experienced varying degrees of tremors.
Phivolcs stated that while no significant damage is anticipated, aftershocks may occur.
Intensity Levels Recorded
Intensity levels were categorized as follows:
Intensity IV – Nabunturan, Davao De Oro
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Intensity III – Mati City, Monkayo City, Bislig City
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Intensity II – Davao City, Maco, Maragusan, Pantukan, and others
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Additional reports indicated Intensity I in various locations, including Bukidnon and General Santos.