A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines on June 8, killing at least 31 people and hitting the southern port city of General Santos the hardest. The earthquake was centered at sea at a depth of 33 kilometres, making it the most powerful quake to strike the country this year. Rescue efforts are likely underway to assess the full extent of the damage. The earthquake's impact is being felt across the affected regions, with many more potentially injured or displaced.
At least 31 people have died after a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked the Philippines on June 8. It was the most powerful quake to strike the country this year, with the southern port city of General Santos among the hardest hit. The earthquake was centered at sea at a depth of 33 kilometres.