4.9-magnitude earthquake hits Surigao Del Sur

IMAGE FROM phivolcs.dost.gov.ph

A 4.9-magnitude earthquake shook Surigao Del Sur on Friday morning, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).

The quake, which had a depth of six kilometers, hit north east of Bislig City at 9:44 a.m.

It was felt in the following areas:

Intensity IV – Bislig City

Intensity II – Hinatuan, Surigao Del Sur

Phivolcs said it is unlikely that buildings will be damaged or that there will be aftershocks. KS/IDL/rga