Big Earthquake in the Philippines

May 4, 2026, 07:05
AsiaInternational

Introduction

A strong earthquake hit the Samar region of the Philippines on Monday.

Main Body

Two groups studied the earthquake. One group says the earthquake started 10 kilometers under the ground. Another group says it started 73 kilometers under the ground. The center was near the town of San Julian. Local experts gave a warning to the people. They say the earthquake can break buildings. They also say more small earthquakes may happen soon.

Conclusion

Experts are still watching the area after the big earthquake.

Learning

πŸ“ Location Words

In the story, we see how to describe where something is.

1. The 'Near' Pattern When something is close to a place, use near. β†’ The center was near the town.

2. The 'Under' Pattern When something is below the surface, use under. β†’ 10 kilometers under the ground.

πŸ•’ Time & Sequence

Notice how the text moves from the past to the future:

  • Past (What happened): hit, studied, started, gave
  • Future (What might happen): may happen soon

Tip: Use "may" when you are not 100% sure about the future.

Vocabulary Learning

earthquake
A sudden shaking of the earth caused by movement of the Earth's crust.
Example:The earthquake made the windows shake.
region
An area or part of a country or the world.
Example:The region was affected by the quake.
studied
Examined or investigated in detail.
Example:Scientists studied the earthquake.
kilometers
A unit of distance equal to 1000 meters.
Example:The earthquake started 10 kilometers underground.
ground
The surface of the Earth.
Example:The ground shook during the quake.
center
The middle part of something.
Example:The center was near San Julian.
warning
A notice of danger or potential problem.
Example:They gave a warning about possible aftershocks.
break
To cause to separate into pieces or to stop functioning.
Example:The quake can break buildings.
buildings
Structures with walls and a roof, usually for people to live or work in.
Example:Many buildings were damaged.
happen
To occur or take place.
Example:More earthquakes may happen soon.
watching
Observing or monitoring something closely.
Example:Experts are watching the area.
area
A region or part of a place.
Example:The area is still under observation.