Key facts
- An 8.2 magnitude earthquake struck Mindanao, Philippines.
- The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km.
- The U.S. Tsunami Warning System issued a tsunami alert.
- Earlier reports indicated a magnitude of 7.3 for the Mindanao earthquake.
- A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the southern Philippine island of Mindanao.
- At least 32 deaths and 134 injuries are reported from the 7.8 magnitude earthquake.
- Philippine police reported at least three fatalities and four injuries from the 7.8 magnitude earthquake.
- Authorities are verifying reports of at least five deaths after the 7.8 magnitude earthquake.
- Tsunami warnings were issued for the region following the 7.8 magnitude quake but have since been cancelled.
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered immediate disaster response and relief efforts.
- A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off Cuba's northwest coast.
- The 6.1 magnitude earthquake was felt in Cuba, Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, and Florida.
An 8.2 magnitude earthquake has struck Mindanao, Philippines, at a depth of 10 km, according to initial reports. The U.S. Tsunami Warning System issued a tsunami alert following this significant seismic event. Earlier reports had indicated a magnitude of 7.3 for this earthquake.
In a separate incident, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the southern Philippine island of Mindanao. This quake has caused significant damage and resulted in at least 32 deaths and 134 injuries. Philippine police initially reported at least three fatalities and four injuries, with authorities verifying reports of at least five deaths. Details regarding the cause of death were not immediately available, and damage assessments are underway. Tsunami warnings were issued for the region following the 7.8 magnitude quake but have since been cancelled. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered immediate disaster response and relief efforts for the affected areas.
A third, unrelated earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck off Cuba's northwest coast. This seismic event, described as the strongest in the region in nearly 150 years, was felt across parts of Cuba, Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, and Florida. However, no major damage or casualties have been reported in connection with the Cuba earthquake.