A Magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Mindoro island on Sunday morning, Phivolcs said as it warned of possible aftershocks and damage.
The quake struck northwest of Sablayan town, Occidental Mindoro at 5:59 a.m. It was tectonic in origin and had a depth of 10 kilometers, according to state seimologists.
The following intensities were reported:
Intensity III - Weak: Felt by many people indoors especially on upper floors of buildings:
- San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
Intensity II - Slightly Felt: Felt by few individuals at rest indoors. Hanging objects swing slightly:
- Batangas City
Intensity I - Scarcely Perceptible: Perceptible to people under favorable circumstances:
- Mulanay and Mauban, Quezon; Tagaytay City
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