20 Jul 2021 | 09:26 PM UTC
Philippines: Magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurs south of Mindanao at around 04:26 July 21
Magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurs south of Mindanao, Philippines, around 04:26 July 21. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Event
A magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurred south of Mindanao at around 04:26 July 21. The epicenter was about 207 km (129 miles) southeast of Davao, Philippines. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 91 km (57 miles), and light shaking may have been felt throughout southern Mindanao. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake; significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are possible over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.
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.
Advice
Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions.
