A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck Don Marcelino town in Davao Occidental on Thursday afternoon, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology. The tremor was recorded at 5:22 p.M. Local time. The epicenter was located 27 kilometers southeast of the affected area.
Residents in the region reported feeling the shaking, though no immediate reports of damage or casualties have been received. Phivolcs monitors seismic activity and provides updates on potential risks. The agency continues to assess the situation for any further developments.
Local authorities are keeping a close watch on the area. Emergency services remain on standby in case of any urgent needs. The event highlights the region’s vulnerability to seismic activity, though no major disruptions have been reported so far.
No further details have been released regarding the impact of the quake.
