SARANGANI, SOCCSKSARGEN — A 5.6 magnitude quake occurred near Sarangani on Monday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 09:17 UTC (17:17 local time). The epicenter was roughly 60 km south-southwest of Sarangani, at a depth of 35 km.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can report it via 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 last week

Last week, the area has experienced six tremors with a magnitude 5.5 or above. The strongest, a 7.8 magnitude quake, struck close to Kablalan on Jun. 8.

Last week’s five largest nearby quakes:

• 7.8, southwest of Kablalan on June 7
• 6.5, southwest of Balangonan on June 8
• 6.1, south-southeast of Balangonan 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