Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes off Sarangani, Davao Occidental
Phivolcs recorded the offshore quake on Wednesday morning, Oct. 28.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off the town of Sarangani in Davao Occidental at 7:43 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), as reported by the Inquirer.
The available report did not include details on damage, injuries, aftershocks, or how strongly the quake was felt in nearby areas, including Davao City. DavaoNews will update this story as more information from Phivolcs and local authorities becomes available.
Why it matters for Davao
Davao Occidental is part of the Davao Region, so residents of Davao City may want to follow Phivolcs updates on the quake and any aftershocks.
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