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6.5-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Central Philippines

According to the United States Geological Survey, a 6.5-magnitude earthquake has struck the central Philippines. Dozens of people...

According to the United States Geological Survey, a 6.5-magnitude earthquake has struck the central Philippines.
Dozens of people have been reported injured, including at least 10 in a collapsed building in the town of Kanaga. The epicenter of the quake was located 2 miles from the small town of Masarayao and over 7 miles from the city of Ormoc City, which has a population of over 191,000. 
The temblor’s depth was shallow, at only 6.5 km (4 miles), according to the USGS. Ormoc City mayor Richard Gomez told local media that at least 29 people were injured around the area, with at least 16 people hospitalized. Cracks were reported in buildings and roads following the quake, Gomez said.

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