A 6.7 earthquake hit the Filipino island Negros, Feb. 6. The earthquake triggered landslides that killed 35 people, including two children. The death toll is expected to rise as rescuers are unable to reach people in remote villages. It caused a three story building to cave in, and 20 homes were damaged after the water level rose. The earthquake additionally caused damage to bridges, highways, power lines and public buildings. The United States Geological Survey measured the earthquake at a depth of 12.4 miles and a magnitude of 6.7. The earthquake was felt in areas up to a 70 mile radius around Negros. The Philippines lies on the Pacific “Ring of Fire” and the region is prone to earthquakes. Following the earthquake, rainstorms, landslides and aftershocks restricted relief efforts. #
Earthquakes cause damages to the Philippines
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