Philippines Earthquake

Residents takes a picture of a collapsed structure following an earthrquake, in General Santos, Philippines on Monday, June 8, 2026.

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A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 19, fells buildings and sets off a tsunami

A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 19, fells buildings and sets off a tsunami

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 19 people and injuring over 200. The quake struck Monday, causing significant damage in the Mindanao region. Officials say a 3-foot tsunami hit nearby coasts, damaging houses in at least one village. The strongest quake to hit the Philippines this year was centered at sea and the major city of General Santos was among the hardest hit places. Building collapses were reported and a key access bridge was damaged. Search-and-rescue efforts were ongoing.