02 Dec 2023 | 10:18 PM UTC
Philippines: Magnitude 7.6 earthquake strikes off northeastern Mindanao Dec. 2; tsunami warning canceled as of early Dec. 3 /update 3
Officials cancel tsunami warning in the Philippines as of early Dec. 3, after magnitude 7.6 earthquake.
Authorities in the Philippines have canceled their tsunami warning as of early Dec. 3 following a severe magnitude-7.6 earthquake that struck off northeastern Mindanao at around 22:37 on Dec. 2. This occurred after the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center rescinded its earlier tsunami advisory for coastal regions in the Pacific Rim.
Multiple aftershocks above magnitude 5.0 have occurred, including several above magnitude 6.0, and will likely continue. Significant damage and casualties are also possible.
Vacate multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Plan accordingly for aftershocks. If in coastal areas, move to higher ground.
