3.6-magnitude quake jolts Batangas

From Phivolcs’ latest earthquake bulletin

MANILA, Philippines—A mild earthquake jolted Batangas early Tuesday but no aftershocks were expected, state volcanologists said.

The 3.6-magnitude tectonic quake was recorded at 5:37 a.m. with its epicentre located at 31 kilometers southwest of Nasugbu, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said.

Intensities were reported in the following areas:

— Intensity II- Tagaytay City; Indang, Cavite; Malabon City

— Intensity I- Quezon City

No immediate damage was recorded.

The Philippines is located at the “Pacific Ring of Fire,” making it prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.