Earthquake in Luzon, Philippines
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What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit Luzon, Philippines?

  • 5.3 (correct)
  • 4.9
  • 5.5
  • 5.7
  • What time did the earthquake strike on Sunday?

  • 12:00pm local time
  • 5:30am local time
  • 3:18am local time (correct)
  • 6:00am local time
  • What geological feature is the Philippines located on?

  • Mediterranean Arc
  • Pacific Ring of Fire (correct)
  • Indian Ocean Trench
  • Atlantic Ridge
  • Where was the epicenter of the earthquake located?

    <p>14 degrees south latitude and 120 degrees east longitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area experienced strong enough tremors to wake people?

    <p>Manila and Quezon City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to PHIVOLCS, is there a threat of a tsunami following the earthquake?

    <p>No, there is no threat of a tsunami.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the depth of the earthquake's epicenter?

    <p>86 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city experienced tremors strong enough to wake people?

    <p>Quezon City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Pacific Ring of Fire known for?

    <p>Frequent volcanic eruptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What time did the earthquake strike on Sunday?

    <p>3:18 am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How far is Lubang Island from the earthquake's epicenter?

    <p>31 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization reported the magnitude of the earthquake as 5.5?

    <p>Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization initially reported the magnitude of the earthquake as 5.3?

    <p>US Geological Survey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the earthquake's epicenter located?

    <p>In the sea, about 31km (20 miles) northeast of Lubang Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological feature makes the Philippines prone to frequent and large earthquakes?

    <p>Pacific Ring of Fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the depth of the earthquake's epicenter?

    <p>85km (53 miles)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likelihood of a tsunami following the earthquake?

    <p>No threat of a tsunami but aftershocks are likely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cities felt the shaking from the earthquake?

    <p>Manila and Quezon City</p> Signup and view all the answers

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