A strong earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale struck off the coast of the Philippines early Tuesday morning, June 24. Despite the intensity of the quake, authorities have confirmed that no tsunami warning has been issued.
The National Centre for Seismology reported that the earthquake occurred at 7:28 AM local time, originating east of the Philippine islands at a shallow depth of just 10 kilometers. Meanwhile, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) recorded a slightly higher magnitude of 6.4 but also confirmed that there was no tsunami threat.
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Situated along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” the Philippines is highly prone to seismic activity, experiencing frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The country’s last major quake occurred in July 2022, when a 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit the Abra region in the north, causing landslides, ground ruptures, and severe damage. That incident left 11 people dead and over 600 injured, according to AFP.
As of now, there are no reports of serious damage or casualties from Tuesday’s tremor, though officials are closely monitoring the situation and conducting assessments in the affected areas.
