Magnitude 5.6 quake jolts Calbiga, Samar
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Magnitude 5.6 quake jolts Calbiga, Samar
by Mary Antalan20 November 2023
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
- No damage should be expected. However, aftershocks may occur, according to the state seismologist.
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