Philippines earthquake kills at least 35, dozens missing as thousands wait to return home

Naijaonpoint_ng | 09-06-2026 03:32pm |

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday, resulting in the confirmed deaths of at least 35 individuals, as reported by provincial authorities. The seismic event caused significant destruction, with numerous buildings collapsing and prompting tsunami warnings in the affected areas. Emergency services are currently engaged in search and rescue operations, as dozens of people remain unaccounted for. Thousands of residents are awaiting the opportunity to return to their homes amidst ongoing assessments of the damage and safety conditions in the region.

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