SARANGANI, SOCCSKSARGEN — A 5.4 magnitude quake struck near Sarangani on Thursday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor shook the area at 07:33 UTC (15:33 local time). It occurred at a depth of 61 km with the epicenter roughly 54 km south of Sarangani.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can share your experience 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.

Quakes last week

During the past week, there have been nine tremors of magnitude 5.5 or above centered nearby. The strongest, a 6.5 magnitude quake, was detected near Balangonan on Jun. 8.

Last week’s five largest nearby earthquakes:

• 6.5, southwest of Balangonan on June 8
• 6.1, south-southeast of Balangonan on June 7
• 6.0, southwest of Pangyan on June 7
• 5.8, east-southeast of Sarangani on June 8
• 5.7, south-southwest of Sarangani on June 8

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey