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No Tourists Injured or Stranded After Earthquake off Siargao Island

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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck off the coast of General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte on Friday morning, prompting the Department of Tourism (DOT) to temporarily suspend tourism activities in the area. Despite the powerful tremor, no tourists were reported injured or stranded, and assessment of affected tourism workers is ongoing. The Sayak Airport in Del Carmen and Dapa Sea Port are fully operational, with no flight cancellations or diversions reported.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Department of Tourism (DOT) reported no injuries or stranded tourists following the magnitude 6.0 earthquake off General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte.
  • Tourism activities in General Luna and Del Carmen were temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure, including surfing activities at Cloud 9 and island-hopping tours covering Guyam, Daku, and Naked Islands.
  • Assessment of affected tourism workers, including boatmen, surf instructors, tour operators, accommodation staff, and other service providers, is ongoing.
  • The Sayak Airport in Del Carmen and Dapa Sea Port are fully operational, with no flight cancellations or diversions reported.
  • The DOT advised tourists to stay vigilant for aftershocks, follow local authorities' instructions, and avoid entering damaged or restricted areas.
  • Water-based tourism activities will resume only upon clearance from local government units and concerned agencies.
  • Tourists can reach out to the DOT through its hotline 151-TOUR (151-8687), 0954-253-3215 or via email at touristassistance@tourism.gov.ph.

Statistics:

  • Magnitude of the earthquake: 6.0
  • Time of the earthquake: 7:03 a.m.
  • Range of aftershocks: Magnitude 1.2 to Magnitude 4.4 at 8:07 p.m.

Sources:

  • Philippines News Agency

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