Manila: A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Manay, Davao Oriental Friday night, occurring just hours after a magnitude 7.4 tremor.
According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has issued a tsunami alert, warning that the first waves could arrive between 7:12 p.m. to 9:12 p.m., with the possibility of waves continuing for several hours. Residents along the coastlines of Surigao del Sur, Surigao del Norte, and Davao Oriental have been advised to evacuate to higher ground immediately.
The earthquake, which struck at 7:12 p.m., had a depth of 10 kilometers. Intensity IV, described as moderately strong, was felt in various areas including Magpet, Cotabato; Davao City, Digos City, Davao del Sur; Sta. Maria, Davao Occidental; Nabunturan, Davao de Oro; Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental; Malungon, Alabel, Sarangani; Tupi, South Cotabato; and Hinunangan, Southern Leyte.
