Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines in 2026 killed 55 people, injured 1,120, and displaced over 45,000. Philippine officials credited disaster-preparedness drills with preventing higher casualties, as schools and communities demonstrated calm responses during the quake. Aftershocks and damaged infrastructure kept many displaced, and experts highlighted the need for improved building standards.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing 55 people and displacing 45,000. Philippine officials credited years of disaster-preparedness drills with preventing a higher death toll, as schools and communities demonstrated effective emergency responses despite widespread damage.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing 55 people and displacing over 45,000. Philippine officials credited disaster-preparedness drills for reducing casualties, as schools and communities followed protocols during the quake and aftershocks.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck offshore near the southern Philippines, killing at least 32 people, injuring over 200, collapsing buildings, and triggering a 1-meter tsunami. The quake caused significant damage in General Santos, including a deadly landslide and disruptions to infrastructure, with international support offered by the US, France, and New Zealand.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck offshore near the southern Philippines, killing at least 32 people, injuring over 200, collapsing buildings, triggering a tsunami, and causing a deadly landslide in Sarangani province. The quake, the strongest in the country this year, prompted tsunami warnings and infrastructure damage in cities like General Santos, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directing disaster response efforts.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least 19 people, injuring over 200, and triggering a tsunami. The quake caused building collapses, infrastructure damage in General Santos, and tsunami damage in coastal areas, with the Philippine government responding to the disaster.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least 19 people, injuring over 200, and causing building collapses and a tsunami. The quake triggered a 1-meter tsunami and damage in coastal areas, with key infrastructure affected in General Santos. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered emergency response measures and school closures.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck offshore near Mindanao in the southern Philippines, killing at least 16 people, injuring over 200, damaging buildings, and triggering a 1-meter tsunami. General Santos and surrounding areas sustained significant infrastructure damage, with reports of collapsed structures, landslides, and ongoing search-and-rescue efforts.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines, killing 12 people, injuring over 200, damaging buildings, and triggering a 1-meter tsunami. General Santos, a major port city, was hardest hit with partial building collapses and a school collapse trapping students. The quake also caused flight cancellations and aftershocks felt in Malaysia.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines near General Santos city on Mindanao, causing building damage, power outages, and triggering a tsunami warning for regional coasts. Authorities warned of potential tsunami waves up to 3 meters in the Philippines and smaller waves in neighboring countries, though no immediate casualties were reported.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, damaging buildings in General Santos city and triggering a tsunami warning for regional coasts. No immediate casualties were reported, though a small building partially collapsed, and aftershocks up to 6.5 magnitude followed.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines near General Santos City, triggering tsunami warnings for regional coasts. Authorities urged coastal residents to evacuate to higher ground, with potential tsunami waves up to 3 meters in the Philippines and smaller waves in neighboring regions.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck near General Santos City on Mindanao, Philippines, with a tsunami risk for some coastal areas. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported the epicenter was 8 miles from General Santos City.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines near General Santos City on Mindanao, with a tsunami risk for some coastal areas. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology identified the epicenter's location.

Joggers fled as a giant ash cloud approached them during a run near a Philippines volcano. The incident highlights the dangers of volcanic activity in the area. The joggers were lucky to escape unharmed.

Joggers fled as a giant ash cloud approached them during a run near a Philippines volcano. The incident occurred near an active volcanic region. The joggers narrowly escaped the ash cloud.