A very strong magnitude 6.9 earthquake occurred in the Philippine Sea near Ponson Island island, Philippines, in the evening of Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025 at 9.59 pm local time (Asia/Manila GMT +8). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow.The earthquake was felt over a large region.. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would.
Powerful 6.7-magnitude earthquake strikes the Philippines
ADAM POGRUND, TRAINEE REPORTER
A powerful 6.7-magnitude earthquake has struck the Philippines.
The earthquake struck near the Eastern Visayas region in the Philippines on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said.
There was no tsunami threat after the earthquake, which had an epicentre of around 11km, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.
The Philippines lies on the 'Ring of Fire', a belt of volcanoes circling the Pacific Ocean that is prone to seismic activity.
Local officials said no immediate reports of casualties or major damage were received yet, but inspections are underway across Cebu and neighboring provinces.
Authorities warned that aftershocks are expected in the coming days, urging residents to remain vigilant.
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Three powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.0, 7.0 and 6.9 in magnitude, struck near the Eastern Visayas region in the Philippines within minutes on Tuesday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The quakes occurred at a depth of 11 kilometers. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed there was no tsunami threat following the tremors.
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