Powerful 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Kills 60 in Philippines
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The earthquake struck at 9:50 pm (local time) near Bogo and led residents scrambling out of their homes into the darkness as the strong tremors cut off power. The powerful quake also destroyed the centuries-old Parish of Saint Peter the Apostle in Bantayan, which crumbled due to the impact of the tremors.
Rescue operations are underway in Cebu, Philippines, after a deadly 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck, killing at least 69 people. Many are injured and buildings have collapsed. Efforts include setting up mobile kitchens and deploying medical personnel.
A powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake that shook northern Cebu on Tuesday night left visible cracks and damage to the Archdiocesan Shrine of Santa Rosa de Lima in Bogo City, but amid the destruction, one sacred object remained unscathed.
The Philippines experienced a magnitude 6.9 earthquake near the island of Cebu late on Tuesday, October 1, the deadliest since 2013, with over 60 people reported dead and dozens injured.
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A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck central Philippines on Tuesday, causing partial collapse of the centuries-old Parish of Saint Peter the Apostle in Bantayan, Cebu. Videos of the heritage church crumbling,
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