The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said a 5.1-magnitude earthquake hit Agusan del Norte past midnight on Friday, April 14.
Based on its earthquake information, Phivolcs said the quake struck 6 kilometers southeast of Santiago, Agusan del Norte around 12:04 a.m.
The tremor was felt at Intensity IV (moderately strong) in Santiago, Jabonga and Cabadbaran City in Agusan del Norte; Intensity III (weak) in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur; Intensity II (slightly felt) in Lanuza, Surigao del Sur; and Intensity I (scarcely perceptible) in Guinsiliban, Camiguin.
This image from Phivolcs shows the epicenter of the 5.1-magnitude earthquake that struck Agusan del Norte on Friday, April 14, 2023.
Phivolcs’ instruments also recorded the quake at Intensity III in Surigao City, Surigao del Norte and Intensity I in Talakag, Bukidnon and Abuyog and Mahaplag in Leyte.
Phivolcs said the earthquake was tectonic, which means it was caused by the movement of an active fault near the area.
The quake may have caused damage to houses, buildings, and other infrastructures, Phivolcs said.
It also warned the public against possible aftershocks due to this earthquake.