Another earthquake jolts Philippines
Hanoi (VNA) – Following a 6-magnitude earthquake in Davao del Norte province
of the Philippines on March 7, a 5.6-magnitude earthquake in New Bataan city nearby
collapsed several houses, forcing nearly 300 people to evacuate.
Provincial authorities decided to suspend work and classes for
laborers and students on March 7 and 8 to inspect high-rise buildings and
infrastructure for potential safety risks following the disaster.
Due to its location along the Pacific Ring of
Fire, where seismic and volcanic activity is rampant spanning from Japan
through Southeast Asia and into the Pacific basin, earthquakes are nearly a
daily occurrence in the Philippines, with most being minor tremors but also
some strong ones causing significant damage./.