Magnitude 5.8 hits Surigao de Sur

A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Bayabas, Surigao del Sur early Tuesday morning, PHIVOLCS reported.

The quake is tectonic in origin with a depth of 40 kilometers occurred at 1:32 a.m.

Intensity IV was recorded in Bayabas, Bislig City, Cagwait, Hinatuan and City of Tandag in Surigao del Sur, Butuan City.

Meanwhile, Intensity III was recorded in Surigao City, Surigao del Norte; Gingoog, Magsaysay, Medina in Misamis Oriental.

Intensity II was recorded in Balingasag, Jasaan, Salay, Tagoloan and Villanueva in Misamis Oriental, and Cagayan de Oro City.

Intensity I was felt in Mambajao, Camiguin.

PHIVOLCS also reported that no damages are expected but aftershocks continue to be felt in the affected areas. -- BAP, GMA News