Magnitude 4.4 quake jolts Iloilo City, prompting school checks

Magnitude 4.4 quake jolts Iloilo City, prompting school checks

ILOILO CITY—A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck off Guimbal town early Wednesday morning and was felt at Intensity IV in Iloilo City, prompting local authorities and school officials to inspect buildings for possible damage. Students and employees also evacuated to open ground while waiting for advisories for suspension of classes and work. According to the Iloilo City Operations Center, the quake occurred at 6:48 a.m., with its epicenter located …