The devastating earthquake has been hit by Philippines, caused extensive damage and has required more than 60 victims. The shocks are still common.
The number of victims of a strong earthquake hit Tuesday by the middle part of the Philippines increased to at least 60, reported on Wednesday, according to AFP, the authorities there. The previous balance reported that 34 people lost their lives and more than 140 suffered injuries, TASR writes.
- The number of victims has increased to at least 60 persons.
- The epicenter was 21 kilometers from Bogo at a depth of 5 km.
- The shocks damaged buildings, roads and interrupted electricity supplies.
The earthquake with magnitude 6.9 recorded on Tuesday around 10 pm local time (4 pm CEST). His epicenter was located approximately 21 kilometers northeast of Bogo, at a depth of five kilometers.
Authorities report victims
“Up to 60 people were killed in this earthquake,” said Rafael Alejandro, a representative of the government office at a press conference in Manila. According to him, the number of victims is not yet final; New reports are still coming from the emergency services.
More than 370 shocks have occurred since Tuesday’s local time, the strongest of them had the power of 4.8 magnitude. The shocks damaged buildings, roads and some parts near the epicenter for some time interrupted electricity supply.
Damage to buildings
The provincial government on the island of Cebu also announced the collapse of a commercial building and school, and the fast food restaurant was also damaged. In San Remigio, south of Bogo, a sports complex crashed, where basketball was played at that time.
Authorities via the Facebook social network urged volunteers to help eliminate the consequences of the earthquake. Night rescue work was complicated by darkness subsequently.
Earthquakes in the Philippines
The earthquakes in the Philippines are a relatively common phenomenon, as this island state is located on the so -called. A fire circle. It is an area in the Pacific, which is known for intensive seismic activity. However, most of the shocks are too weak to feel them.
