Earthquake of magnitude 5.2 jolts Philippine capital, local authorities warn of possible damage

The shallow quake struck about 100 kilometres (62 miles) south of Manila at 8:24 am (0024 GMT).

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake shook buildings in the Philippine capital on Friday, the US Geological Survey said, with local authorities warning of possible damage and aftershocks.

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake shook buildings in the Philippine capital on Friday. (Representative file image)

The shallow quake struck about 100 kilometres (62 miles) south of Manila at 8:24 am (0024 GMT) and sent office workers fleeing from their buildings.