Download PDF OVERVIEW: According to PHIVOLCS the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that occurred in Sarangani, Philippines was tectonic in origin and is attributed to subduction along the Cotabato Trench, a major earthquake-generating structure located off the coast. PHIVOLCS recorded a highest instrumental intensity of VII (PEIS), experienced in General Santos City and intensity VI in…
Download PDF OVERVIEW:On 08 June 2026, PHIVOLCS reported a magnitude 7.8 earthquake (depth 33 km) at 0637 HRS UTC+7 (0737 HRS local PH time), with the epicentre located 32 km south (S04°W) of Maasim, Sarangani Province, offshore southern Mindanao. The earthquake was initially recorded at magnitude 7.0 with a depth of 10 km before…
Download PDF OVERVIEW: According to PAGASA, Tropical Cyclone PENHA has intensified into a tropical storm while over the Philippine Sea east of Mindanao. As of 0900H UTC+7, the centre of Tropical Cyclone PENHA has been located based on all available data at 295 km east of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur. STRENGTH, EXTENT, &…
Download PDF OVERVIEW: According to PAGASA, Tropical Cyclone NOKAEN has intensified into a tropical storm while over the Philippine Sea east of Bicol Region. As of 0900H UTC+7, the centre of Tropical Cyclone NOKAEN has been located based on all available data over the coastal waters of Baras, Catanduanes. STRENGTH, EXTENT, & MOVEMENT:…
Download PDF OVERVIEW: According to PAGASA, the low pressure area (INVEST 93W) developed into a tropical depression and was given the local name “WILMA.” Tropical Cyclone Bulletin #5 at 0700H UTC+7 today indicates that Tropical Cyclone WILMA maintains its strength as it continues to move southwestward over the Philippine Sea. It was located based…