Phivolcs apologizes for ‘incorrect’ M7.5 earthquake announcement

MANILA, Philippines — The state seismologist on Friday apologized over an incorrect magnitude 7.5 earthquake announcement which appeared on its website. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said it was due to a system error. In a statement, Phivolcs said it “has taken down the incorrect earthquake information due to a system error that we have posted earlier.”  READ: Magnitude 4.3 earthquake strikes Davao Oriental — Phivolcs “We will take corrective actions to avoid similar incidents in the future,” Phivolcs continued. “We sincerely seek your understanding, and we apologize for the confusion it may have caused.” The strong earthquake was […]...

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