A magnitude-5.6 earthquake hit Calbiga, Samar on Monday afternoon, Nov. 20.

According to PHIVOLCS, the tectonic origin quake with a depth of 77 kilometers hit at 12:57 PM and was located at around 11.54°N, 125.14°E, and 016 km S, 55°E of Calbiga in Samar.

Reported intensities are as follows:

• Intensity IV- Palo, LEYTE
• Instrumental Intensity:
  Intensity V - City of Catbalogan, SAMAR

1. No damage should be expected. However, aftershocks may occur, according to the state seismologist.