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Sexagenarian dies in Quezon tsunami hoax

Michelle Zoleta - The Philippine Star
July 24, 2014 | 12:00am

LUCENA CITY, Philippines – There was no earthquake, but a prank text message circulated on a supposed tsunami alert in Tayabas Bay and sent residents of Candeleria, Quezon fleeing their homes Tuesday night.

A 64-year-old woman reportedly died in a stampede as villagers rushed to evacuate. Other reports though said she died of heart attack.

Local officials were quick to deny such a tsunami alert and clarified that tsunamis are only caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

Villagers were also advised to heed only official alerts from the proper government agencies.

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