Tsunami warnings issued for parts of the Philippines and Indonesia have been lifted after a powerful undersea earthquake struck the region early Friday, according to regional monitoring agencies.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) and local disaster authorities confirmed that while the quake generated initial alerts and prompted precautionary evacuations along coastal areas, no significant tsunami waves were recorded.
The magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck off the Celebes Sea, between Mindanao in the southern Philippines and North Sulawesi, Indonesia, at a depth of approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles). The tremor was felt across several provinces in both countries, but there were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties.
In a statement, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said,
> “Based on available data, there is no longer a tsunami threat to the Philippines. However, aftershocks are expected, and the public is advised to remain cautious.”
Similarly, Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) announced the cancellation of its tsunami warning, urging residents in coastal areas to stay alert for potential aftershocks.
Authorities in both nations temporarily evacuated low-lying communities and suspended maritime activities before the all-clear was issued. Emergency teams continue to monitor coastal conditions and assess infrastructure for any localized impacts.
The incident underscores the high seismic activity in the region, which sits along the Pacific “Ring of Fire”, an area known for frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
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