A 5.4 magnitude quake was recorded close to Bantogon Wednesday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

A tremor jolted the area at 08:34 UTC (16:34 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was situated approximately 32 km west of Bantogon and occurred at a depth of 10 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.7 but later downgraded to 5.4.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the quake, you can submit a report through the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 6 reports via its online form from people who say they felt the tremor. According to the USGS DYFI report, weak to light shaking was detected and several people in Buayan and the surrounding area reported experiencing the earthquake.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. 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 past week

Over the last week, there have been 15 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above centered nearby. The largest one was a 5.9 earthquake that was reported close to Sangay prior to this quake.

Last week’s five largest nearby quakes:

• 5.9, west of Sangay on Jan. 28
• 5.4, west of Bantogon on Jan. 28
• 5.2, west of Sangay on Jan. 27
• 5.1, west of Sangay on Jan. 28
• 5.1, west-northwest of Bantogon on Jan. 28

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey