MANILA: The U.S. Geological Survey said that a significant 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippine island of Luzon on Wednesday, with severe tremors felt in numerous locations, including the capital Manila.The earthquake, which occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, was not immediately accompanied by reports of damage or injuries (6 miles).
According to USGS, the epicenter of the earthquake was about 11 km (six miles) to the east-southeast of the town of Dolores in the province of Abra. A congressman from the province of Ilocos Sur in the north said.”The earthquake lasted for at least thirty seconds. My house was about to topple, “Singson stated.”
We are currently attempting to contact people. We are currently outside our home due to aftershocks “Added him.The tremor was felt powerfully in Manila as well, and the city’s metro rail systems were shut down during rush hour as a result, according to the transport ministry.
