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1st LD: Magnitude-6.5 quake hits S. Philippines

Xinhua, September 24, 2016 Adjust font size:

A powerful quake struck several areas of southern Philippines on Saturday, rousing those who were asleep and sending people outdoors.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries following the quake, which according to the US Geological Survey has a magnitude of 6.5.

The temblor which struck at 6:53 a.m. local time at a depth of 69 kilometers was tectonic in origin and traced southeast of Mati City, in Mindanao's Davao Oriental province, the USGS said. Endit