Overview
- The earthquake struck near Manay in Mindanao at 9:43 a.m. local time, according to reports.
- The tsunami alert covers coasts within roughly 300 kilometers of the epicenter, with the potential for dangerous surges.
- PTWC estimates 1–3 meter waves above tide along some Philippine coasts and 0.3–1 meter waves in parts of Indonesia and Palau.
- Philippine officials directed residents in central and southern coastal areas to evacuate immediately to higher ground.
- The alert was posted on the PTWC website and authorities are monitoring conditions, with no confirmed casualties or damage reported so far.