7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Philippines, triggers tsunami watch
Summary
A strong 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Mindanao region in southern Philippines early Monday morning. Officials issued a tsunami warning for parts of the Philippines and nearby countries, but no immediate damage reports were available.Key Facts
- The earthquake measured 7.8 in magnitude.
- It occurred near Burias, Philippines, at a depth of 22 miles.
- The quake struck at 7:37 a.m. local time.
- A tsunami watch was issued, with possible waves up to 10 feet in the Philippines.
- Smaller tsunami waves might affect Indonesia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Japan, Guam, Papua New Guinea, and other nearby areas.
- The quake was felt in parts of Indonesia’s North Sulawesi and North Maluku provinces.
- The Philippines lies on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," making it prone to earthquakes and volcanic activity.
- The country also regularly experiences about 20 typhoons and tropical storms annually.
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