EARTHQUAKE: 4.7 Magnitude Quake Rocks Surigao del Sur

Surigao del Sur Hit by Earthquake with 4.7 Magnitude

EARTHQUAKE – The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) recorded a 4.7 magnitude quake in Surigao del Sur, February 23, 2022.

Most of the time, quakes hit with no prior signs. Recently, several places in and out of the Philippines were shaken by quakes of different magnitudes.

One of the strong quakes recorded by Phivolcs is the 7.1 magnitude quake in Davao Oriental. There were expected aftershocks due to the said quake and a tsunami advisory was released.

Previously, in April 22, Phivolcs recorded a quake in a part of Zambales. It had a magnitude of 6.1. Strong shaking was felt leaving people fearing about the so-called “Big One“. But the agency advises the people to wait for factual information and not to panic.

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Recently, a quake has hit a part of Surigao del Sur, February 23, 2022. At 09:54 p.m., Hinatuan was hit by an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.7.

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Photo: PHIVOLCS

According to Phivolcs, the quake that hit a part of Surigao del Sur was located at 08.40°North, 126.69°East – 039 km North 84° East of Hinatuan with a depth of origin of 018 kilometers.

Phivolcs stated in its bulletin that damages are expected of the said quake and as well as aftershocks. The following intensities were felt in these areas:

  • Intensity IV
    • Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur
  • Intensity III
    • Bislig City, Surigao del Sur
  • Intensity II
    • Tagbina, Surigao del Sur
    • Lingig, Surigao del Sur

Keep safe everyone. Rest assured we will keep you posted for official updates from Phivolcs and other weather agencies.

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