MANILA, Philippines — A magnitude 5.5 earthquake shook parts of Luzon, including Metro Manila Friday afternoon, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said.
The epicenter of the earthquake, which was tectonic in origin, was located 40 kilometers north of Burdeos, Quezon province at 4:28 p.m., according to PHIVOLCS.
Intensity 4 or "moderately strong" shaking which slightly rocked vehicles and was generally felt by those indoors and some people outdoors was recorded in Jose Panganiban, Camarines Norte and Quezon City.
Meanwhile, Guinayangan, Quezon felt Intensity 3 or "weak" shaking felt by many indoors especially those on upper floors.
PHIVOLCS said damage and aftershocks are expected.
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