Ground Shakes Surigao del Sur: Lives Changed in an Instant
On December 2, a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck the Surigao del Sur province in the southern Philippines. The tremor led to the tragic loss of at least three lives and left eight others injured.
Lalaine Beatero, a resident of Tandag City, shared her harrowing experience with us. \"My home collapsed after the earthquake, and everything was destroyed,\" she recounted. The sudden destruction has left many residents grief-stricken and seeking support.
Authorities are mobilizing to provide aid and assess the damage in the region. As communities come together to rebuild, the resilience of the Filipino spirit shines through in these challenging times. 🏚️💔🇵🇭
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Locals in quake-hit Philippine region recall moment homes collapsed
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