Tag: aftershocks
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Philippines Earthquake Kills Dozens on Bantayan Island Near Cebu
Overview: A Violent Philippines Earthquake Strikes Bantayan Island A powerful earthquake struck Bantayan Island, off the coast of Cebu in the central Philippines, triggering landslides and bringing down parts of an ancient Catholic church. Authorities say the death toll has reached at least 26, with rescuers racing through the night to reach survivors as aftershocks…
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Cebu Earthquake 2025: 6.9 Magnitude Devastates Cebu
Overview A powerful 6.9‑magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cebu City just before 10 p.m. on Sept 30, sending tremors through Central Philippines. By Oct 1, authorities reported at least 27 dead and more than 140 injured as rescue teams scrambled to reach affected communities. The offshore quake occurred at a shallow depth, triggering…
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Cebu Earthquake Toll: 27 Dead, 140+ Injured, Aftershocks Persist
Overview of the Cebu earthquake A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast near Cebu City late on September 30, jolting buildings and cutting power across central Philippines. The tremor, which hit just before 10 p.m. local time, set off a rapid response from authorities as rescue teams moved to reach people trapped in damaged…
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Cebu Earthquake Leaves at Least 20 Dead in Philippines
Overview A powerful earthquake struck the central Philippines, with the province of Cebu bearing the brunt of the damage. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported an initial magnitude well above 6.9, and officials said the epicenter lay just outside the coastal city of Bogo in Cebu province. The tremor rattled communities across the central…
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Afghan Quake Survivors Refuse to Return Home
Introduction In the wake of devastating earthquakes in Afghanistan, many survivors are facing a heart-wrenching decision: return to their destroyed villages or seek shelter elsewhere. Haunted by the trauma of the earthquakes and the threat of aftershocks, these individuals are choosing to camp in fields and riverbanks rather than risk their lives by returning to…