🕓 Last Updated: January 16, 2024, 3:24 pm (PH time)
A categorized very strong earthquake was felt in Davao Occidental at 4:48 in the morning on Jan. 9, 2024, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) stated in its earthquake bulletin issued at 6:43 a.m.
The tectonic earthquake had a magnitude of 6.7, occurred 94 kilometers deep, and centered southeast of Balut Island, a municipality of Sarangani, Davao Occidental.
Intensities were reportedly felt in Sultan Kudarat and as far as Surigao del Sur. While Phivolcs expected no damage, aftershocks were anticipated. RQJ
Source: Phivolcs official website at https://www.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph
Regel Javines is the founder/editor-publisher of The Philippine Pundit. Born in Leyte and raised by struggle, he writes truth from the margins. His work explores the intersections of politics, spirituality, and life’s deeper questions. Blogging since 2011, Regel has contributed incisive political analysis to global citizen journalism platforms, giving voice to stories often left unheard. Currently, he works as a consultant for the Congressional Assistance, Response, and Education (CARE) Program of the House of Representatives of the Philippines.