A robust undersea earthquake jolted the southern Philippines on Friday, leading to dramatic scenes of ceilings collapsing in shopping malls as alarmed shoppers reacted. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries, and authorities did not issue a tsunami warning.

The earthquake, measuring a magnitude of 6.7, was centered approximately 15 miles from Burias at the southern tip of the Philippines, as indicated by the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake originated at a depth of 48 miles.

Social media videos depicted the unsettling moments when ceilings fell in two prominent malls, causing panic among visitors. The SM City General Santos mall and Robinsons GenSan mall decided to temporarily close their doors. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed government agencies to prioritize the safety and well-being of those affected by the quake, as confirmed by the presidential palace.

The Philippines, situated along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” frequently experiences seismic activity and volcanic eruptions due to its location on this arc of seismic faults encircling the ocean.