Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. 3 Earthquakes Hit Philippines, No Serious Damage by VOA News Three earthquakes, ranging in magnitude from 5.0 to 5.9, hit a Philippine coastal region Saturday near Manila, the capital. All three happened within a 30-minute timeframe. There were no immediate reports of injuries or serious damage, although people were seen running in fear from office buildings into the streets.