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7.9 quake hits Philippines; tsunami warning issued
August 31, 2012

A massive earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale has struck off the coast of Philippines, according to the US Geological Survey.  

 

The quake prompted a tsunami warning for parts of Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Japan, Guam and other areas, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said.

 

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