Powerful Philippines Earthquake Kills Dozens in Cebu
A magnitude‑6.9 earthquake struck offshore near Bogo City in Cebu province late Tuesday (Oct. 1, 2025), collapsing buildings and killing at least 69 people as rescuers raced to find survivors. The quake — unusually shallow at about 5 km depth — produced more than 600 aftershocks, triggered a brief tsunami warning, damaged roads and bridges that hindered searches, and prompted Philippine officials to consider requesting international assistance; the U.S. ambassador said Washington stands ready to help.
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🔍 Key Facts
- Magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck about 10 p.m. local time Tuesday with an epicenter roughly 19 km northeast of Bogo City, Cebu; depth ~5 km.
- At least 69 people were reported killed (about half in Bogo), with many more trapped or missing; more than 600 aftershocks recorded.
- Philippine officials issued (and later lifted) a tsunami warning for Cebu, Leyte and Biliran; the government is assessing damage and may seek foreign assistance — U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson said the U.S. 'stands ready to support.'