7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes part of southern Philippines (opens original article in a new tab)

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines, causing damage in General Santos city, knocking down power, and triggering tsunami warnings. No immediate casualties were reported.

• Earthquake caused damage in General Santos city, a commercial hub on Mindanao.
• Tsunami warnings issued for some coasts of Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
• No immediate casualties reported, but a small building collapse occurred.
• Aftershocks up to 6.5 magnitude followed the initial quake.