BOGO, Philippines — At least 60 people have been confirmed dead and 147 injured following a powerful earthquake that struck central Philippines on Tuesday, according to the country’s emergency management agency.
The magnitude 6.9 quake hit off the coast near Bogo, a city of approximately 90,000 residents in Cebu province. The epicenter was located about 17 kilometers northeast of the coastal city.
Authorities reported that at least 22 buildings were damaged or collapsed due to the tremor. The victims have not yet been identified, and rescue operations are ongoing as officials continue to assess the extent of the destruction.
