1 killed, ‘many buildings’ damaged after magnitude 7.8 quake strikes Philippines
A 7.8-magnitude quake that struck the southern Philippines on Monday has killed at least one person and injured four others while collapsing “a number of buildings”, according to police. “Many buildings were affected, but I cannot enumerate them now because we are busy with ongoing rescues,” Master Sergeant Robert Dagon of the General Santos City police said. “A number of buildings collapsed. Some houses also collapsed.” Tsunami warnings were issued after the quake, the Germ
A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake has shaken the southern Philippines, resulting in at least one fatality and four injuries. Authorities reported that numerous buildings sustained damage, with some structures collapsing entirely. Rescue operations are currently underway as emergency services assess the full extent of the destruction. Tsunami warnings were issued in the aftermath of the seismic event.
This earthquake highlights the significant seismic risk in the Philippines and the potential for widespread damage and loss of life from such powerful tremors.
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