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Thursday, October 24, 2024

5.1 quake hits Wao town in Lanao Sur

A mild 5.1-magnitude earthquake hit Wao, Lanao del Sur early on Friday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported.

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The epicenter was east northeast of Wao and was tectonic in origin, with a depth of 9 kilometers, Phivolcs added.

Intensity 5 was felt in nearby Kadingilan town, Intensity 4 in Pangantukan town, and Intensity 3 in Maramag town, all in Bukidnon province. Intensity 2 was felt in Cagayan de Oro City, Misami Oriental.

No damage was expected from the quake, Phivolcs said, but it warned residents of possible aftershocks.

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