A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck the southern coastline of the Philippines on Saturday night. This seismic event was recorded by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
Details of the Earthquake
The earthquake occurred at a depth of 59 kilometers (37 miles), situated about 10 kilometers from the town of Cagwait in Surigao del Sur province. Residents experienced a jolt, but no casualties or infrastructure damage have been reported at this time.
Recent Seismic Activity in the Region
This earthquake comes in the wake of another significant event. Just days earlier, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake affected the Pacific seaboard of Mindanao, resulting in at least 8 fatalities. Additionally, the region experienced a 6.9 magnitude aftershock the following day.
Summary of Earthquake Events
- Date: Saturday night (exact date not specified)
- Magnitude: 6.0
- Depth: 59 km (37 miles)
- Location: Near Cagwait, Surigao del Sur
- Nearby recent earthquake: 7.4 magnitude on Mindanao
- Casualties: None reported from the 6.0 quake
- Impact: No current infrastructure damage
As authorities continue to monitor the situation, updates and further details will be shared on Emegypt.