Major quake off Philippines kills at least four, triggers tsunami warnings
Summary
A strong 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Philippines, killing at least four people and causing buildings to collapse. The quake triggered tsunami warnings across parts of Southeast Asia and the Pacific, leading to evacuations in coastal areas.Key Facts
- The earthquake struck near Mindanao island, south of General Santos City.
- At least four people died, including two crushed by a collapsing wall in Alabel.
- Buildings, including a Jollibee restaurant and a school, collapsed in General Santos.
- Several aftershocks followed, with the strongest measuring 6.5 magnitude.
- Authorities ordered coastal residents to evacuate to higher ground immediately.
- Tsunami warnings were issued for the Philippines, Indonesia, Palau, Taiwan, and Papua New Guinea.
- The airport in General Santos was closed temporarily.
- The Philippines is located in the Pacific "Ring of Fire," an area known for frequent earthquakes.
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