World • Earthquake Update

Philippines: Magnitude 7.5 Quake; Tsunami Warning Lifted

Evacuations were ordered for coastal areas in Mindanao after initial tsunami alerts. Small waves were observed and the tsunami threat has passed. Assessments and response are ongoing (Oct 10, 2025).

Damaged homes in Loon, Bohol, after a strong earthquake in the Philippines; collapsed masonry and debris in residential area
Damage from a past Philippine earthquake is shown for context. Response teams in Mindanao are assessing today’s event in Davao regions. Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Magnitude

7.5
Mindanao, offshore Manay (Oct 10)

Tsunami Status

Threat Passed
Small waves noted; advisories cleared

Reported Impact

Casualties & Damage
Deaths reported in Davao Oriental; hospital & schools damaged; power interruptions

Evacuations

Active
Coastal communities moved to higher ground
Map shows approximate locations referenced in updates (Manay, Davao Oriental; Davao City). Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What Happened

  • 09:43 local time (01:43 GMT): A strong offshore quake struck near Manay, Davao Oriental, Mindanao.
  • Initial tsunami warnings prompted coastal evacuations in the southern and central Philippines, and parts of Indonesia.
  • Tsunami threat was lifted about two hours later; minor sea level fluctuations may continue.
  • Officials cited two deaths in Davao Oriental, structural damage to a hospital and schools, and power disruptions.
Agency readings (depth/magnitude)

Magnitude reported at 7.5. Depth reported as ~62 km (EMSC). Local readings placed depth near ~20 km; a U.S. center listed ~23 km.

The update summarizes the earthquake, coastal evacuations, the lifting of tsunami alerts, reported casualties and damage, and links to official updates and related coverage.
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