A 5.4 magnitude quake occurred near Sarangani on Saturday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor shook at 10:51 UTC (18:51 local time), with its epicenter about 35 km south of Sarangani and a depth of 61 km.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 5 reports via its online form from people who report they experienced weak shaking. According to the USGS DYFI report, several residents in and around the Buayan area reported feeling the quake.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary

Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are a mix of vulnerable and earthquake resistant construction. The predominant vulnerable building types are unknown/miscellaneous types and heavy wood frame construction.

Tremors last week

Over the last week, there have been five quakes with a magnitude 2.5 or higher centered nearby. The strongest, a 5.8 magnitude quake, was detected in the same region on Jul. 6.

The top five nearby earthquakes from last week:

• 5.8, south-southwest of Sarangani on July 6
• 5.4, south-southwest of Sarangani on July 6
• 4.6, west-southwest of Balangonan on July 9
• 4.5, southeast of Sarangani on July 10
• 4.3, north-northwest of Balangonan on July 6

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey