A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Mindanao, Philippines, on Friday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GZF). The tremor is the latest in a string of strong earthquakes that have shaken the Southeast Asian nation in recent weeks.
The quake caused damage to several school buildings and a hospital, while also disrupting electricity in nearby areas. A tsunami warning was briefly issued but later lifted after coastal residents were safely evacuated.
This comes just over a week after a massive 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit the same region at a depth of 62 kilometres, as reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).
In Davao City, home to more than 5 million residents, schools were evacuated as precautionary measures were taken. The earlier quake on October 10 had prompted authorities to warn of potentially &ldquo;destructive&rdquo; tsunami waves, urging people to move to higher ground immediately.
The Philippines, located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, frequently experiences earthquakes due to intense tectonic activity in the region.

Fresh tremors strike Mindanao days after a 7.5 quake, damaging schools and power loss

6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Mindanao

Fresh tremors strike Mindanao days after a 7.5 quake, damaging schools and power loss

October 17, 2025 | 10:14 IST