Philippines Earthquake
6 articles from 4 countries
An earthquake off the coast of the Philippines has killed at least 55 people, with 38 still missing. Rescuers face challenges clearing roads and searching for survivors amidst rain and aftershocks. Malaysia has expressed condolences and offered aid, while disaster preparedness drills are credited with mitigating further casualties.
Malaysia expresses condolences, ready to offer aid to Philippines
- Malaysia expressed condolences and sympathy to the Philippines following an earthquake off Sarangani. - The Malaysian government conveyed its sadness over the loss of life, injuries, and displacement caused by the disaster. - Malaysia has offered to provide any necessary assistance to the Philippines.
Philippines earthquake toll revised to 46; rescuers battle rain and aftershocks
- Philippine rescuers are clearing roads and searching for the missing after a powerful earthquake earlier in the week. - The magnitude 7.8 earthquake on Monday off the coast of Mindanao has killed 46…
Disaster Drills Helped Prevent More Deaths in Philippines Quake
- Disaster preparedness drills in the Philippines helped mitigate casualties during a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake. - The quake, which struck off Sarangani province, killed 55 people, injured 1,1…
Philippines Earthquake Toll Rises to 55; 38 Missing as Aid Efforts Face Challenges
- The death toll from an earthquake in the Philippines has risen to 55, with 38 people still missing. - Over 53,000 people have been displaced, and more than 430,000 individuals have been affected by …
Philippines Earthquake: Preparedness Drills Credited with Mitigating Casualties
- Years of disaster preparedness drills in the Philippines helped mitigate casualties after a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern region. - The earthquake, which hit off Sarangani pr…
Disaster drills helped prevent more deaths in powerful Philippine earthquake
- Years of disaster preparedness drills helped mitigate casualties when a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines. - The quake injured over 1,100 people, displaced more than …
