DEVELOPING: A 7.2 magnitude earthquake has hit the island of Mindanao in the southern Philippines, reports the US Geological Survey. The NWS Pacific Tsunami Warning System released a hazardous wave alert for all coasts within 300km of the quake, a radius that includes much of Indonesia and the Philippines. “Tsunami waves are possible for coasts located within 300km of the earthquake center,” the warning reads. Government agencies have been advised to inform populations
in coastal areas of the risk and instruct them on relevant evacuation procedures, depending on the threat level. The islands of Geme and Tabukan Tengah (Indonesia), as well as Davao (Philippines), may experience tsunami waves within the hour. The USGS is reporting that an earthquake of 7.2 magnitude has struck the southern Philippines island of Mindanao on Saturday morning. This is a developing story and as of now, no reports of damage or tsunami information has been given. MORE INFO
