A magnitude 6.9 offshore earthquake struck the central Philippines, killing at least 20 people, injuring many, and causing widespread damage to buildings, infrastructure, and power outages.
A powerful magnitude 6.9 offshore earthquake struck Cebu province in the central Philippines late Tuesday, resulting in at least 20 fatalities and numerous injuries. The quake, with its epicenter 17 kilometers northeast of Bogo, caused extensive damage, including collapsed house and building walls, power outages, and a landslide in a mountain village. Bogo reported 14 deaths, with the toll expected to rise as rescue efforts, hampered by hazards, continue. Six more people died in San Remigio, where the water system was also damaged. Infrastructure like roads, a fire station, and an old Roman Catholic church sustained significant damage. A brief tsunami warning was issued but later lifted. The incident comes as the region was still recovering from a recent deadly storm, highlighting the Philippines' vulnerability as it lies on the Pacific "Ring of Fire" and is frequently hit by natural disasters.
