Strong earthquake tremors have been felt in the Philippines. An earthquake of 6.1 magnitude was recorded in the Mindanao region on Friday (October 17, 2025), which was confirmed by the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ). A week ago, a massive 7.5 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Mindanao region of the Philippines, which shook the entire area. Now this shock of 6.1 magnitude has been recorded in the same area, due to which the local people are in panic. According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC), this earthquake occurred at a depth of 62 kilometers.

Several school buildings and a hospital have been damaged by the earthquake felt in the Mindanao region of the Philippines. Electricity supply was disrupted in many areas and people were forced to spend the night in open fields. Authorities have started relief work and medical teams are being sent to the affected areas.

Tsunami warning, then removed

A tsunami warning was issued in Mindanao immediately after the earthquake, as the tremors were very powerful. Dangerous waves were feared and coastal areas were evacuated. However, after a few hours, when the situation came under control, the warning was lifted.

Chaos in Davao City

Davao City, where about 5.4 million people live. He was closest to the epicenter of the earthquake. Here schools and government offices were evacuated and people were instructed to go to higher places. Local officials said that there is still a possibility of aftershocks.

Seismic history of the Philippines

The Philippines is located in the Pacific Ocean’s Ring of Fire, one of the most earthquake-sensitive areas in the world. Dozens of small and big earthquakes are felt here every year, in which there is often a danger of tsunami.

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