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Earthquake Of 6.1 Magnitude Jolts Moro Gulf In Philippines
An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on the richter scale hit Moro Gulf in Philippines, on August 13. Notably, Moro Gulf is situated in Mindanao region. According to the European Mediterranean Seismology Centre (EMSC), the earthquake was at a depth of 10 kms, which is around 6.21 miles. Further details on the matter is awaited from local media reports.
Tags: Philippines, Moro Gulf, Earthquake, EMSC, Mindanao
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Philippines Super Typhoon Rai Death Toll Rises To 31
Death toll due to Typhoon Rai in the Philippines rose to 31 from the previous 19, reported local media on December 18. Visayas and Mindanao area witnessed a typhoon, leaving several injured and property damage worth $3.5 million. Nearly 3,32,000 people were evacuated from the region, said the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council spokesperson Mark Timbal. He said, identities of four out of 31 was confirmed.
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