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Magnitude 5.0 earthquake strikes near Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur


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Magnitude 5 earthquake strikes near Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake was recorded near Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on Sunday evening, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said.

The earthquake struck at 10:08 p.m. on June 14 at 08.55°N, 126.80°E - 054 km N 68° east of Hinatuan.

The earthquake was tectonic in origin and was 10 kilometers in depth.

PHIVOLCS said no damage was expected from the earthquake, but residents in the area are advised to be vigilant for possible aftershocks. — Lyjah Tiffany Bonzo/BM, GMA News