On Tuesday, May 27, a magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck near General Nakar, Quezon, at exactly 12:17 p.m., according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The quake originated 24 kilometers northwest of the town and was shallow—just six kilometers deep—making it more likely to be felt across nearby areas.
The tremor, classified as tectonic in nature, briefly disrupted daily routines in parts of Metro Manila. Several government offices, including Malacañang, the Senate, and the House of Representatives, carried out safety evacuations. Operations of major train lines such as LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 were also temporarily paused as a precaution.
No major damage or injuries have been reported, but authorities cautioned that aftershocks are still possible. As part of the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” the Philippines is no stranger to seismic activity, with earthquakes being a regular occurrence due to its location along active fault lines.
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