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  Breaking News: Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Near the Philippines and Palau

Date: June 23/24 (Philippines Time)

Time: 08:58 AM

Location: Southeast of the Philippines, near Palau

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck in the western Pacific Ocean at approximately 08:58 AM, with its epicenter located roughly 500 kilometers southeast of the Philippines, near the island nation of Palau. The quake affected both Palau and several regions in the southern Philippines, particularly Mindanao and surrounding islands such as Negros, Panay, and Cebu.

The tremor was felt across parts of Davao, Samar Island, and Central Visayas, prompting rapid response from local disaster management teams. So far, there have been no immediate reports of casualties, but structural damage has been observed in some coastal areas, especially in older buildings and poorly constructed infrastructure.

Authorities in both countries are currently assessing damage, monitoring aftershocks, and coordinating emergency response efforts. Earthquake monitoring agencies are also watching for potential aftershocks and any signs of tsunami risk, though no official tsunami warning has been issued at this time.

Citizens in affected areas are advised to remain alert, avoid damaged buildings, and follow updates from official emergency channels. Rescue and assessment op

erations

are ongoing.