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Davao Oriental Jolted by 5.9 Magnitude Quake
7 May
Summary
- A magnitude 5.9 earthquake occurred near Davao Oriental.
- The tremor was detected 35 kilometers east of Caraga town.
- Various intensities were reported across Mindanao provinces.
A significant seismic event occurred near Davao Oriental on Wednesday night, registering a magnitude of 5.9. The epicenter was located 35 kilometers east of Caraga town, at a depth of 54 kilometers, and was determined to be tectonic in origin.
The earthquake's impact was felt across multiple areas in Mindanao, with reported intensities varying. Nabunturan in Davao de Oro experienced the strongest shaking at Intensity IV. Other localities, including Magpet in Cotabato, Digos City in Davao del Sur, Gingoog City in Misamis Oriental, and Tupi in South Cotabato, recorded Intensity II.
Lesser intensities, specifically Intensity I, were reported in several other areas. These included San Fernando and Malaybalay in Bukidnon; Davao City; Magsaysay in Davao del Sur; Santa Maria in Davao Occidental; General Santos City; and Tampakan and T'Boli in South Cotabato.
