Powerful 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Central Philippines, Tsunami Alert Issued
Powerful 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Central Philippines, Tsunami Alert Issued A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the central Philippines late yesterday, prompting a tsunami alert and triggering widespread fears of damage and casualties. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quake hit around 10 p.m. local time, with its epicenter just 10 kilometers (6 miles) underwater, west of Palompon and near Cebu province’s Bogo city. Initial reports and social media footage from Cebu province show significant impact, including a fire breaking…