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Philippines Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 46 After 7.8-Magnitude Strike
The Hindu·Wednesday, 10 June 2026
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit the Philippines on June 8, described as the most powerful to strike the country in 50 years. It brought down buildings, triggered landslides, and set off tsunami warnings across the southern island. The death toll has risen to 46 with many still feared trapped.
Why It Matters
A disaster of this scale affects millions of people and can take years for a country to recover from. Tsunami warnings also put neighbouring countries and shipping routes on alert.
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