Sarangani, September 11: An earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter Scale struck Sarangani, the Philippines on Sunday. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the quake occurred at 11:32 pm (local time). Philippines: 9 Killed After an Earthquake of 6.1 Magnitude Jolts Bodega Town.

There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property as a result of the quake.Indonesia is situated on the 'Ring of Fire', an area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean which is vulnerable to frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

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