The powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck the central Philippines late Tuesday (Sep 30) has killed at least 26 people and injured 147, the national disaster agency said Wednesday (Oct 1). The shallow quake hit off the northern coast of Cebu at 9:50 pm local time (1359 GMT), toppling buildings, triggering landslides, and plunging several towns into darkness. The US Geological Survey initially measured the tremor at magnitude 7.0 before revising it down.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-powerful-quakes-hit-philippines-within-minutes-people-dash-out-of-homes-1759256914867">Three powerful quakes hit Philippines within minutes, people dash out of homes</a><h2>Death and destruction</h2>The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) in its latest bulletin reported that at least 22 structures were damaged or destroyed across the region. Among the dead are three coastguard members killed when the roof of a sports centre collapsed during a basketball game in San Remigio. In Bogo, nine adults and four children were killed after being buried in landslides or crushed by debris.According to reports, several village roads were damaged by the quake, which caused power lines to trip, resulting in power outages across Cebu and the nearby central islands. However, power was restored shortly after midnight in Cebu and four other major central islands, said National Grid Corp in its advisory.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/uae-unveils-new-visa-categories-expands-residency-rules-for-global-talent-good-news-for-indians-amid-h-1b-row-1759216784566">UAE unveils new visa categories, expands residency rules for global talent. Good news for Indians amid H-1B row?</a><h2>379 aftershocks rock the Philippines</h2>Rescuers warned that more people may still be trapped. "There could be people beneath collapsed buildings," provincial rescue officer Wilson Ramos told AFP, adding that aftershocks and darkness hampered overnight operations. According to the Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, the region was being rocked by 379 aftershocks.Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro urged residents to remain calm, avoid damaged buildings, and stay alert for further tremors. The Philippines sits on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," where earthquakes are frequent and often deadly.

At least 26 people have been killed and 147 injured after a 6.9-magnitude quake struck the central Philippines, toppling buildings and triggering landslides. Rescuers warn more victims may be trapped under rubble as aftershocks continue to rattle Cebu and nearby areas.

The powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck the central Philippines late Tuesday (Sep 30) has killed at least 26 people and injured 147, the national disaster agency said Wednesday (Oct 1). The shallow quake hit off the northern coast of Cebu at 9:50 pm local time (1359 GMT), toppling buildings, triggering landslides, and plunging several towns into darkness. The US Geological Survey initially measured the tremor at magnitude 7.0 before revising it down. Also read | Three powerful quakes hit Philippines within minutes, people dash out of homes Death and destruction The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) in its latest bulletin reported that at least 22 structures were damaged or destroyed across the region. Among the dead are three coastguard members killed when the roof of a sports centre collapsed during a basketball game in San Remigio. In Bogo, nine adults and four children were killed after being buried in landslides or crushed by debris. According to reports, several village roads were damaged by the quake, which caused power lines to trip, resulting in power outages across Cebu and the nearby central islands. However, power was restored shortly after midnight in Cebu and four other major central islands, said National Grid Corp in its advisory. Also read | UAE unveils new visa categories, expands residency rules for global talent. Good news for Indians amid H-1B row? 379 aftershocks rock the Philippines Rescuers warned that more people may still be trapped. "There could be people beneath collapsed buildings," provincial rescue officer Wilson Ramos told AFP, adding that aftershocks and darkness hampered overnight operations. According to the Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, the region was being rocked by 379 aftershocks. Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro urged residents to remain calm, avoid damaged buildings, and stay alert for further tremors. The Philippines sits on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," where earthquakes are frequent and often deadly.

At least 26 people have been killed and 147 injured after a 6.9-magnitude quake struck the central Philippines, toppling buildings and triggering landslides. Rescuers warn more victims may be trapped under rubble as aftershocks continue to rattle Cebu and nearby areas.

‘People buried under rubble’: Philippines quake death toll rises to 26, over 147 injured; rescuers search for survivors

A 6.9 magnitude quake struck off the northeastern coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island late on Sunday, triggering a tsunami warning, reported news agency AFP.

The quake struck out at sea at a depth of 10 kilometres according to Indonesia's geophysics agency, the report added.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) put the magnitude at 6.9.&nbsp;

The shallow quake struck at a depth of 24 kilometres and was centred in the Molucca Sea between north Sulawesi and north Maluku, AFP report said quoting USGS.

There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, but residents in the city of Ternate in North Maluku province described the panic when the quake hit.

"I was getting ready to sleep when the window started rattling," resident Budi Nurgianto told AFP.

"It was very strong -- I ran from my house and all my neighbours fled too."

According to the USGS, considerable damage was possible in poorly built or badly designed structures.&nbsp;

Indonesia is one of the most disaster-hit nations on Earth due to its position straddling the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates collide.

It has been hit by a string of deadly quakes including a devastating 2004 tremor measuring 9.1 magnitude that struck off the coast of Sumatra and triggered a tsunami that killed 220,000 throughout the region, including 168,000 in Indonesia.&nbsp;

The Boxing Day disaster was the world's third biggest quake since 1900, and lifted the ocean floor in some places by 15 metres (50 feet).&nbsp;

(With inputs from AFP)

A 6.9 magnitude quake struck off the northeastern coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island late on Sunday, triggering a tsunami warning, reported news agency AFP. The quake struck out at sea at a depth of 10 kilometres according to Indonesia's geophysics agency, the report added.

A 6.9 magnitude quake struck off the northeastern coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island late on Sunday, triggering a tsunami warning, reported news agency AFP. The quake struck out at sea at a depth of 10 kilometres according to Indonesia's geophysics agency, the report added. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) put the magnitude at 6.9. The shallow quake struck at a depth of 24 kilometres and was centred in the Molucca Sea between north Sulawesi and north Maluku, AFP report said quoting USGS. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, but residents in the city of Ternate in North Maluku province described the panic when the quake hit. "I was getting ready to sleep when the window started rattling," resident Budi Nurgianto told AFP. "It was very strong -- I ran from my house and all my neighbours fled too." According to the USGS, considerable damage was possible in poorly built or badly designed structures. Indonesia is one of the most disaster-hit nations on Earth due to its position straddling the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates collide. It has been hit by a string of deadly quakes including a devastating 2004 tremor measuring 9.1 magnitude that struck off the coast of Sumatra and triggered a tsunami that killed 220,000 throughout the region, including 168,000 in Indonesia. The Boxing Day disaster was the world's third biggest quake since 1900, and lifted the ocean floor in some places by 15 metres (50 feet). (With inputs from AFP)

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‘People buried under rubble’: Philippines quake death toll rises to 26, over 147 injured; rescuers search for survivors

6.9 magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia, tsunami warning issued