Powerful Earthquake Strikes Philippines, at least 69 Dead
7 weeks ago
At least 69 people have died after a powerful earthquake struck the central Philippines late Tuesday.
Rescuers are using backhoes and sniffer dogs to search for survivors amid collapsed homes and damaged buildings.
The magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit Tuesday night, trapping residents in the city of Bogo and surrounding rural communities in Cebu province.
Heavy rain and damaged roads are hampering rescue efforts, making it difficult for emergency crews to reach some areas.
Officials warn the death toll could rise as search teams continue to comb through the hardest-hit locations.
Rescuers are using backhoes and sniffer dogs to search for survivors amid collapsed homes and damaged buildings.
The magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit Tuesday night, trapping residents in the city of Bogo and surrounding rural communities in Cebu province.
Heavy rain and damaged roads are hampering rescue efforts, making it difficult for emergency crews to reach some areas.
Officials warn the death toll could rise as search teams continue to comb through the hardest-hit locations.
