A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the Mindanao region of the Philippines on Friday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The quake, which occurred at a depth of 50 kilometers, prompted immediate tsunami warnings from Philippine and Indonesian authorities.
The Philippine seismology office urged coastal residents along the nation’s Pacific coast to evacuate to higher ground, forecasting waves up to one meter high within two hours. Indonesia’s geophysics agency also issued alerts for northern Sulawesi and Papua regions, underscoring regional risks.
Mindanao, located in the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire, has historically faced significant tectonic activity. The rapid response highlights heightened disaster preparedness efforts across Southeast Asia, a region frequently challenged by natural hazards.
Businesses and travelers are advised to monitor updates, as disruptions to transportation and infrastructure may occur. For researchers, the event offers critical data on cross-border tsunami response mechanisms and regional seismic patterns.
