JUST IN: 2.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Negros Oriental

Negros Oriental Hit by 2.5 Magnitude Earthquake

EARTHQUAKE – The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) recorded that a 2.5 magnitude quake hit Negros Oriental today, February 11, 2020.

Almost every day, quakes occur in different areas around the world. One of the countries that is usually hit by it is the Philippines. Phivolcs has recently recorded several quakes in the different areas in PH.

In 2018, among the records of Phivolcs is a series of five(5) quakes that hit Surigao del Sur. Fortunately, there were no reports of injury or damages caused by the quake.

Recently, Phivolcs recorded a quake in an area in Negros Oriental today, February 11, 2020. An instrumental intensity was recorded.

Earthquake

According to Phivolcs, a 2.5 magnitude earthquake hit Negros Oriental today, February 11, 2020. It was located at 09.31°North, 123.17°East – 011 km North 76° West of Luzurriaga.

The quake was tectonic in origin and has a 006 km. depth of focus. Based on the bulletin released by Phivolcs, no damage is expected of the quake and as well as aftershocks.

We’ll keep you posted for further updates or information regarding the quake. Keep safe everyone!

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