No damage from magnitude 5.5 quake in Northern Luzon
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said the quake struck at 10:38 a.m. with its epicenter in Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte. It was tectonic in origin and had a depth of 43 kilometers.
Closed circuit television (CCTV) footage from a store in Pasuquin showed products falling off shelves and parked motorcycles swaying during the quake. In another video taken at a construction site in Ilocos Norte, workers were seen climbing down slowly from the upper floors of a building as the tremor hit.
In San Juan, Ilocos Sur, store items were also seen shaking slightly during the quake.
The quake was felt strongly in several areas, with these reported intensities:
Intensity V in Bacarra, Laoag City, Pasuquin, and Vintar (Ilocos Norte); Cabugao, Sinait, and Vigan City (Ilocos Sur)
in Bacarra, Laoag City, Pasuquin, and Vintar (Ilocos Norte); Cabugao, Sinait, and Vigan City (Ilocos Sur) Intensity IV in Batac City, Paoay, and San Nicolas (Ilocos Norte); and parts of Ilocos Sur
in Batac City, Paoay, and San Nicolas (Ilocos Norte); and parts of Ilocos Sur Weaker intensities were felt in parts of Abra, Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Cagayan, and Isabela.
Despite the strong shaking, authorities confirmed there were no immediate reports of damage.
'As per our latest monitoring and communication with PDRRMO ng Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur, wala naman pong damage reports. However, ongoing ang assessment ng ating local DRRMOs sa kanilang areas of responsibility,' Adreanne Pagsolingan of the Office of Civil Defense Region 1 said.
Officials have advised residents to remain alert and prepare for possible aftershocks.
As a precaution, Ilocos Norte Governor Cecilia Araneta-Marcos and Ilocos Sur Acting Governor Ryan Singson suspended classes in all levels, both public and private, for the afternoon on the same day.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
GMA Network
3 days ago
- GMA Network
Classes in Davao de Oro town suspended due to high heat index
Classes in all levels in both public and private schools in Compostela, Davao de Oro were suspended afternoon on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, due to the high heat index. Based on report of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), the heat index in the city reached 39.8 degrees Celsius, as of 1:31 p.m. This prompted the local government to suspend face-to-face classes and advise schools to shift to blended or distance learning modalities to ensure continuity of education without compromising health and safety. In the memorandum order issued by Mayor Levi Ebdao, the MDRRMO has been instructed to monitor local weather conditions and issue timely advisories. 'All school heads and concerned stakeholders are urged to coordinate with the MDRRMO and this office for any further developments,' the order reads. All residents are also advised to take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. These precautions include: Staying well-hydrated; Avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat hours (usually between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.); Wearing light, breathable clothing; Staying in shaded or well-ventilated areas; Being alert for symptoms of heat exhaustion such as dizziness, headache, and nausea, and seeking immediate medical attention when needed
GMA Network
3 days ago
- GMA Network
Phivolcs issues warning for coastal areas following quake in Russia
Coastal areas in eastern side of the country fronting the Pacific Ocean may experience tsunami of less than one meter, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology warned Thursday following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake off Russian coast. State seismologists said the first tsunami waves are expected to arrive between 1:20 p.m. to 2:40 p.m., July 30. They said it may not be the largest and the waves may continue for hours. Phivolcs advised the public to be alert for unusual waves and stay away from the beach and not go to the coast of the following provinces until the cancellation of the advisory: Batanes Group of Islands Cagayan Isabela Aurora Quezon Camarines Norte Camarines Sur Albay Sorsogon Catanduanes Northern Samar Eastern Samar Leyte Southern Leyte Dinagat Islands Surigao del Norte Surigao del Sur Davao del Norte Davao Oriental Davap Occidental Davao del Sur Davao de Oro Residents whose houses are located very near the shoreline were also advised to move further inland while owner of boats in harbors, estuaries, or shallow coastal water should also move away from the waterfront. Phivolcs said boats already at sea should stay offshore in deep waters until further notice. (With reports from GMA News Online)
GMA Network
3 days ago
- GMA Network
Phivolcs issues tsunami warning in coastal areas following Russian quake
Coastal areas in the country fronting the Pacific Ocean are expected to experience tsunami of less than one meter, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology warned Thursday following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake off Russian coast. State seismologists said the first tsunami waves are expected to arrive between 1:20 p.m. to 2:40 p.m., July 30. They said it may not be the largest and the waves may continue for hours. Phivolcs advised the public to be alert for unusual waves and stay away from the beach and not go to the coast of the following provinces until the cancellation of the advisory: Batanes Group of Islands Cagayan Isabela Aurora Quezon Camarines Norte Camarines Sur Albay Sorsogon Catanduanes Northern Samar Eastern Samar Leyte Southern Leyte Dinagat Islands Surigao del Norte Surigao del Sur Davao del Norte Davao Oriental Davap Occidental Davao del Sur Davao de Oro Residents whose houses are located very near the shoreline were also advised to move further inland while owner of boats in harbors, estuaries, or shallow coastal water should also move away from the waterfront. Phivolcs said boats already at sea should stay offshore in deep waters until further notice.—AOL, GMA Integrated News
