Over 2,000 Aftershocks Recorded Following Mindanao Earthquake
Phivolcs logs over 2,000 aftershocks after Mindanao earthquake

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The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported over 2,000 aftershocks after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck offshore Maasim, Sarangani on June 8. The aftershocks, with magnitudes up to 6.4, have disrupted services and affected local communities.
- 01The earthquake occurred offshore Maasim, Sarangani in Mindanao on June 8.
- 02A total of 2,023 aftershocks have been recorded since the earthquake.
- 03The aftershocks range from magnitude 1.2 to 6.4, with 528 plotted and 47 felt.
- 04The earthquake caused significant damage, toppling buildings and disrupting services.
- 05Phivolcs has warned that aftershocks may continue for an extended period.
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On June 8, a powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck offshore Maasim, Sarangani in Mindanao, Philippines, leading to over 2,000 recorded aftershocks, as reported by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). As of 7 a.m. on June 10, a total of 2,023 aftershocks have been documented, with magnitudes ranging from 1.2 to as high as 6.4. Among these, 528 aftershocks have been plotted, and 47 were felt by residents. The earthquake has had a significant impact, resulting in the collapse of buildings, disruption of school openings, and affecting transportation and communication services in the region. Phivolcs has previously issued warnings indicating that aftershocks are likely to persist following the initial earthquake, raising concerns about further damage and safety in the affected areas.
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The earthquake and its aftershocks have caused significant disruption to local services and infrastructure.
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