Phivolcs Releases Bulletin about Earthquake Surigao Del Norte w/ 4.1 Magnitude
EARTHQUAKE EASTERN SAMAR – The Phivolcs recorded a 4.1 magnitude earthquake in San Isidro, September 4, 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 hit a part of Surigao Del Norte, September 4, 2022. At 10:48 p.m., San Isidro was hit by an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.1.
According to Phivolcs, the earthquake that hit a part of Surigao Del Norte was located at 09.93°North, 126.11°East – 003 km South 65° East of San Isidro with a depth of origin of 017 kilometers.
Phivolcs stated in its bulletin that damages are not expected from the said quake and as well as aftershocks. The following intensities were recorded of the said quake:
- Intensity III
- Santa Monica, Surigao del Norte
- Intensity II
- Burgos, Del Carmen
- San Benito, Surigao del Norte
Keep safe everyone. Rest assured we will keep you posted for official updates from Phivolcs and other weather agencies.
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