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Magnitude 4.9 earthquake jolts Surigao del Sur

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June 16, 2017 | 3:12am
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake jolts Surigao del Sur

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake was felt in Bislig City on Friday morning. Google Earth

MANILA, Philippines — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake shook Surigao del Sur on Friday morning, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.

The center of the quake, which was tectonic in origin, was located in Bislig City at around 9:44 a.m.

Intensity IV was felt in Bislig City while Intensity II was reported in Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur.

Phivolcs said it is not expecting damage or aftershocks. — Patricia Lourdes Viray
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