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Mindanao quake: DOT lists affected sites

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Tourism (DOT) has advised travelers to monitor advisories before proceeding with their travel plans in areas affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8. In an advisory released Tuesday night, the agency reminded travelers to coordinate with hotels and tour operators regarding cancellations, rebooking options and

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‘Habagat’ weakens; thunderstorms expected across PH – Pagasa

(Satellite image from Pagasa / Facebook) MANILA, Philippines — The southwest monsoon or “habagat” has slightly weakened, but thunderstorms are still expected nationwide on Wednesday, according to the state weather bureau. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), the habagat is now only affecting the western section of Northern Luzon. “We

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Phivolcs logs over 2,000 aftershocks after Mindanao earthquake

MANILA, Philippines — More than 2,000 aftershocks have been recorded following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck offshore Maasim, Sarangani in Mindanao on June 8, state seismologists said Wednesday. READ: Quake death toll exceeds 40, viilages still isolated The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said that as of 7 a.m., a total of

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