Philippines: Magnitude-5.4 earthquake occurs on Mindoro Island at around 05:59 Oct. 3

Event

A magnitude-5.4 earthquake occurred on the island of Mindoro in the Philippines around 05:59 PST Oct. 3. The epicenter was about 10 km (6 miles) from Tuban. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 9 km (5.5 miles), and severe shaking was probably felt in areas of Mindoro close to the epicenter, with weak-to-light shaking being reported as far away as Manila. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties; however, moderate-to-heavy damage is possible in central Mindoro. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Moderate 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. Consider vacating 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.