Strong earthquake shakes Metro Manila
Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2019 09:40:25 +0000
THE EPICENTER of the earthquake as plotted by Phivolcs.
A magnitude 5.7-earthquake was felt in Metro Manila and other nearby provinces Monday afternoon.
According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, the quake struck Castillejos, Zambales at 5:11 p.m.
It has a depth of 21 kilometers and was felt in Metro Manila and other adjacent provinces.
Several employees on Ayala Ave., Makati City were seen queueing outside their offices minutes after the quake was initially felt.
The Philippine National Police advised the public to always be alert and safe following the earthquake.
“In view of the earthquake felt at around 5:13 p.m. today (Monday), the PNP asks the public to remain calm; follow the drill and procedures on earthquake if necessary,” said Police Col. Bernard Banac, PNP spokesperson.
“We assure our people that the PNP will stay to provide security, remain alert, and ready to respond for any call for help,” he added. (Martin Sadongdong)