Mga kababayan, please take a moment to read this important update.
We’re monitoring a developing situation following a significant earthquake that occurred early this morning.
Here are the details of the earthquake:
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Date & Time: July 30, 2025 – 7:25 AM (PST)
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Epicenter: Off the East Coast of Kamchatka, Russia (Latitude 52.2°N, Longitude 160.0°E)
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Depth: 74 km
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Magnitude: 8.7
What This Means for the Philippines:
Based on the latest international tsunami monitoring data, our coastal regions facing the Pacific Ocean may experience minor sea-level disturbances, with wave heights expected to be below 1 meter. These waves are anticipated to arrive between 1:20 PM and 2:40 PM (PST) today, July 30, 2025.
Important Note: The initial wave may not be the largest. We could experience multiple wave surges over the next few hours.
What You Need To Do – Stay Safe!
For our safety and the safety of our loved ones, residents in the following coastal provinces are strongly advised to stay away from beaches and low-lying coastal areas until further notice:
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North Luzon: Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, Quezon
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Bicol Region: Albay, Sorsogon, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes
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Eastern Visayas: Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Leyte, Southern Leyte
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Mindanao: Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Davao del Norte, Davao de Oro, Davao Occidental, Davao del Sur
If you live very close to the shore, please consider moving further inland for your safety.
For Our Boat Owners and Fisherfolk:
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Secure your vessels if they are currently docked near the shore.
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If you are already at sea, it’s safer to stay offshore in deeper waters away from coastal areas.
A Friendly Reminder:
This advisory is a precautionary measure. As of now, no forced evacuations have been declared, but your vigilance is highly encouraged. Let’s all prioritize safety.
Please stay tuned to official sources like PHIVOLCS and your local government units (LGUs) for the most accurate and real-time updates. We will do our best to share verified information as it becomes available.
Issued: July 30, 2025 – 9:22 AM Source compiled from public seismic data and international tsunami bulletins.