Powerful earthquake in the Philippines leaves 32 dead

Manila, June 8: A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday, killing 32 people and injuring more than 200.

The earthquake caused several buildings to collapse, and tsunami warnings have been issued for the Philippines, Indonesia, Taiwan, Palau, Papua, New Guinea and Japan. According to the US Geological Survey, the earthquake occurred about 24 kilometers west of Sarangani province on the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. The earthquake was so strong that it shook many areas.

According to General Santos City police officials, 32 people have been confirmed dead and more than 200 injured. The death toll is likely to rise as rescue operations continue. Many buildings were damaged, some of which have collapsed completely, they said. Videos circulating on social media showed a commercial complex in General Santos City completely destroyed.

A building housing a Jollibee fast food restaurant collapsed, while a vacant school building in another area also collapsed. Locals were heard shouting in the videos, “Oh my God, the building has completely collapsed.”

A strong aftershock of magnitude 6.1 occurred about two hours after the earthquake, further causing panic among residents. Meanwhile, authorities have warned the public to stay away from damaged buildings.

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