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A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of southern Philippines early Saturday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake, which occurred at a depth of 17 kilometers (10.5 miles), was centered about 20 kilometers from the village of Barcelona on Mindanao island.
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of southern Philippines early Saturday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake, which occurred at a depth of 17 kilometers (10.5 miles), was centered about 20 kilometers from the village of Barcelona on Mindanao island. Despite the significant magnitude, no tsunami warning was issued. The local seismological agency reported that while no immediate damage was expected, there could be aftershocks. The Philippines, situated along the Pacific Ring of Fire—a region known for its high seismic and volcanic activity—frequently experiences earthquakes. Most of these quakes are too minor to be felt, but powerful and destructive ones can occur unpredictably. Currently, there is no technology capable of forecasting the exact timing or location of such seismic events.
