Philippines: Magnitude-5.7 earthquake occurs in the Mindanao region June 14.

Event

A magnitude-5.7 earthquake occurred in the central Mindanao region of the Philippines at 22:38 June 14. The epicenter was approximately 2 km (1.2 miles) north-northwest of Don Carlos, Philippines. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles), and moderate-to-strong shaking was probably felt in the central Mindanao region near the epicenter. Weak-to-low shaking was probably felt across the Mindanao region. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake; however, damage is possible given the temblor's shallow depth of focus. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Vacate multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.