The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) has recorded 1,281 aftershocks following the magnitude 7.4 and 6.8 doublet earthquakes in Manay, Davao Oriental on October 10.
Of the total aftershocks, 15 have been felt by residents.
PHIVOLCS chief Dr. Teresito Bacolcol advised affected residents to seek expert advice before returning to their homes due to potential structural damage from aftershocks.
Residents should consult municipal or city engineers to assess the safety of their homes before re-entry.
The initial magnitude 7.4 earthquake was followed by a magnitude 6.8 quake on the same day.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported eight deaths resulting from the earthquakes.
A total of 2,102 houses sustained damage, with 1,804 partially damaged and 298 completely destroyed.
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