Friday, August 31, 2012

Earthquake 7.6 Mag Hits Philippines

Earthquake of 7.6 Mag hits Philippines; 58 miles east of Sulangan, Philippines, according to the US Geological Survey.

This event has been reviewed by a seismologist.

Earthquake Map Details:
Magnitude: 7.6
Date-Time: Friday, August 31, 2012 at 12:47:34 UTC
Date-Time: Friday, August 31, 2012 at 05:47:34 AM (MST)
Location: 10.838°N, 126.704°E
Depth km: 34.9 km (21.7 miles)
Region: Philippine Island Region

Distances:
94 km (58 miles) E of Sulangan, Philippines
106 km (65 miles) ESE of Guiuan, Philippines
161 km (100 miles) ESE of Borongan, Philippines
174 km (108 miles) NE of Surigao, Philippines

Source: USGS