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Tremors felt in parts of Visayas as magnitude 5 quake hits Samar

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, April 15) — A magnitude 5 earthquake hit Samar on Wednesday, with tremors felt in several parts of Visayas.

The tectonic quake was recorded in Basey, Samar past 9 a.m.

Intensity 4 or moderately strong shaking was felt in parts of Tacloban City, while weak shaking was felt in parts of eastern Samar.

State seismologists warned of possible aftershocks, but no structural damage are expected.

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