A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off southern Philippines, killing at least two, damaging buildings, cutting power, and prompting tsunami evacuations in coastal areas and nearby islands.
1 / 6Deadly Earthquake Strikes Philippines: A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on Friday morning. The tremor hit at 9:43 a.m. local time, centred about 43 kilometres east of Manay, Davao Oriental province. The quake caused widespread damage, including the collapse of buildings and power outages. At least two people were confirmed dead, and several others were injured. (AFP photo)
2 / 6Tsunami Threat Issued: Following the earthquake, authorities issued a tsunami warning for coastal areas along the eastern seaboard of the Philippines. The warning extended to parts of Indonesia and Palau. Residents in affected regions were urged to evacuate to higher ground. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre later lifted the alert after no significant waves were observed. (AP photo)
3 / 6Infrastructure Damaged: The earthquake caused significant damage to infrastructure in the affected areas. Buildings, including a hospital and schools, sustained structural damage. Power lines were downed, leading to widespread electricity outages. Local authorities are assessing the full extent of the damage. (AP photo)
4 / 6Rescue Operations Underway: Rescue teams have been deployed to search for survivors and assist those affected by the earthquake. Temporary shelters have been set up for displaced residents. The government is coordinating with local and national agencies to provide relief and support to the affected communities. (AP photo)
5 / 6Aftershocks Recorded: Following the main earthquake, several aftershocks were recorded in the region. Authorities have warned residents to remain vigilant as additional tremors may occur. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology continues to monitor seismic activity closely. (AFP photo)
6 / 6Nation Recovers from Previous Disaster: This earthquake comes just days after a 6.9-magnitude quake struck Cebu province, resulting in at least 74 deaths and widespread damage. The Philippines, situated along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” remains vulnerable to frequent seismic activity. Efforts to rebuild and recover from both disasters are ongoing. (Reuters photo)
