August 31, 2012 06:53 pm | Updated November 16, 2021 11:08 pm IST - Berlin
This Google Maps screen grab shows the location of the 7.9-magnitude earthquake off Philippines. Courtesy: Google Maps
Berlin A 7.9-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of the Philippines, prompting a tsunami warning, geological agencies reported Friday.
According to the US Geological Survey, the quake’s epicentre was located at a depth of 33 km, with the nearest island situated 146 km away.
A tsunami warning bulletin has been issued by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre.
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