According to China Earthquake Networks: An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 occurred in the Philippines at 02:10 local time on February 16, 2023. The epicenter was located at 12.50 degrees north latitude and 123.95 degrees east longitude, the epicenter in the waters near Masbate Island, with a focal depth of 20 kilometers.The Philippines sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire and is prone to earthquakes. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanic Seismology, between 100 and 150 felt earthquakes occur in the country every year.The Philippines has had two earthquakes of magnitude 3 or higher this year, but so far no deaths or injuries have been recorded.