Affected Area/s
- Sultan Kudarat
On 20 January 2026 at around 3:00 AM, a magnitude 5.2 earthquake with epicenter
located at 06.39°N, 123.69°E - 043 km S 65° W of Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat was
felt at various intensities in the region. This was followed by a series of weak to
moderate earthquakes with recorded magnitudes ranging from 1.5 to 5.2. As a
precautionary measure, preemptive evacuation was implemented in the coastal
municipalities of Lebak and Kalamansig in Sultan Kudarat. The Provincial
Government of Sultan Kudarat also ordered the suspension of classes at all levels.
Likewise, work in the government offices in Kalamansig, Lebak and Palimbang was
also suspended until further notice.
In response, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through
its Field Office in Region XII in coordination with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of
Sultan Kudarat, provided relief assistance aimed at addressing the immediate needs
of the affected family and individuals.
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