A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has left at least three people dead and four others injured in the southern Philippines, according to police reports cited by Reuters.
The quake struck one of the country’s southern islands on Monday, triggering emergency response efforts as authorities assessed the scale of the damage. While police confirmed casualties, details surrounding the deaths were not immediately released.
The strong tremor rattled communities across the affected area, raising fears of further destruction and possible aftershocks. Emergency teams have been deployed to assist residents and evaluate infrastructure damage.
According to Reuters, officials are continuing search and assessment operations as more information emerges. The Philippines, located along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” is frequently hit by earthquakes due to intense tectonic activity.
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