A powerful magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck the Surigao del Sur province in the southern Philippines on December 2, resulting in the tragic loss of at least three lives and injuring eight others.
Residents in the City of Tandag, such as Lalaine Beatero, shared harrowing accounts of the catastrophe. Ms. Beatero recounted how her home collapsed during the quake, leaving everything destroyed.
Local officials are working tirelessly to provide assistance to those affected and assess the full extent of the damage. The community remains resilient as they navigate the challenges brought by this natural disaster.
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Locals in quake-hit Philippine region recall moment homes collapsed
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