6.2 magnitude earthquake felt in Philippine capital

Reuters

05 December, 2023, 02:45 pm

Last modified: 05 December, 2023, 02:45 pm

6.2 magnitude earthquake felt in Philippine capital

Reuters

05 December, 2023, 02:45 pm

Last modified: 05 December, 2023, 02:45 pm

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An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck off Luzon in the Philippines on Tuesday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre said.

Tremors were felt in the capital Manila, according to Reuters witnesses and posts on social media.

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