5.6-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Northern Philippines

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck northern Philippines on Wednesday, with its epicenter in Bangui, Ilocos province, at a depth of 10 km. The Philippine seismology agency PHIVOLCS warned of possible damage and aftershocks. No immediate reports of damage were received. The Philippines, located on the “Ring of Fire,” is prone to seismic activity due to its position in a volcanic belt.