Earthquake In The Philippines August 31, 2012

Earthquake In The Philippines August 31, 2012

A strong earthquake struck the Philippines on Friday night, August 31, 2012.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) gave the temblor a preliminary magnitude reading of 7.9. It centered at 146 km (91 miles) E (96°) from Guiuan, Samar, Philippines, the USGS said.

The quake, which was 33 km deep, hit the area at around 8:47 p.m. It was felt in many parts of the country including Samar, Cagayan de Oro, Pagadian, Iligan, Dipolog, Ozamis, Cebu, Bukidnon, Davao, Quezon City, Surigao, Butuan, Leyte and Bohol.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has issued a tsunami alert for the Philippines, parts of Indonesia, Taiwan, Japan, Guam and other areas.

UPDATE 9/1/2012 – 12:50 AM

TSUNAMI WARNING TO ALL AREAS IN PHILIPPINES HAS BEEN Lifted up.