Earthquake in Philippines: A powerful earthquake on Tuesday night in the Philippines created panic. The intensity of the earthquake was measured 6.9 and due to this at least 20 people died and many were injured. The walls of houses and buildings collapsed, and the power supply was disrupted.
Earthquake near Bogo City
The epicenter of the earthquake was well-nigh 17 km from Bogo city. Bogo is a coastal municipality in Sebu province of Central Philippines, which has a population of virtually 90,000. 14 people died in Bogo. Officials have warned that the death toll may increase.
Landslide and rescue operations
There is a possibility of many people stuff trapped in a landslide in a hill village. Officers are trying to intensify rescue operations. Some injured were rushed to the hospital, but it is difficult to reach the area.
Disadvantage in San Remigio
Six people, including three Coast Guard, a fire worker and a child, died in separate incidents in the municipality of San Remigio, south of Bogo. The city's water supply has been damaged. The mayor appealed to the people to help supplies and water.
Earthquake Experience
Bogo firefighter Ray Canete said the earthquake was so strong that touchable walls of homes and roads were damaged. He and three other firefighters were injured.
Tsunami Warning
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro said a true towage of the forfeiture would only be possible without sunrise. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology has issued a warning of a possible tsunami up to 1 meter upper and urged people in coastal areas to be vigilant.
