This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.photo courtesy Jenalyn Abergonzado Tamo-oGENERAL SANTOS, Philippines – A strong tremor of tectonic origin shook a large area in Mindanao Wednesday evening, October 4.
A bulletin from the Philippine Institute of Volcanology said the magnitude 6.1 temblor was generated from a depth of 131 km about 60 kilometers east of the island town of Sarangani in Davao Occidental. The strong quake triggered panic as frantic shoppers rushed out of malls and grocery shops in this city. Initial reports by local media described slight damage in some malls. The Goldenstate College has announced that “classes will be cancelled tomorrow to give way to building inspection due to the earthquake experienced tonight. This is to ensure that all facilities are safe and free from danger.
The South Cotabato Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office said their intensity meter in Koronadal City read Intensity 4 and varying intensities in other towns of the province.He said they have already dispatched teams to check on potential damage caused by the quake. – Rappler.com
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