6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines: Second Quake This Week

6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Southern Philippines

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck off the southern coast of the Philippines on Saturday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

The quake's epicenter was located approximately 70 kilometers from Davao Occidental province, at a depth of 101 kilometers.

No Immediate Reports of Damage

There were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. Marlawin Fuentes, a rescuer from Sarangani island, reported feeling the shake for about five seconds.

Second Earthquake This Week

This is the second earthquake to hit the Philippines this week. On Tuesday, a 6.2 magnitude quake struck the northern part of the country.

The Philippines and the Ring of Fire

The Philippines experiences frequent seismic activity due to its location along the Pacific "Ring of Fire." Stronger earthquakes can strike without warning, and predicting them remains a challenge.