A 5.2 magnitude quake jolted close to Sarangani on Monday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor hit at 08:41 UTC (16:41 local time), with its epicenter about 58 km south-southwest of Sarangani and a depth of 35 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.4 event, but later downgraded it to 5.2.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form.

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 past week

Last week, there have been nine tremors with a magnitude 2.5 or above centered nearby. The strongest, a 5.8 magnitude quake, struck the same region prior to this quake.

The five largest nearby quakes last week:

• 5.8, south-southwest of Sarangani on July 6
• 5.0, south-southwest of Balangonan on July 4
• 4.9, southwest of Sarangani on July 3
• 4.9, west-southwest of Sarangani on July 3
• 4.9, southwest of Sarangani on July 4

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey