[Rappler’s Best] Sarangani, not your senators’ antics, needs your attention (opens original article in a new tab)

A 7.8-magnitude earthquake severely damaged Sarangani province in Mindanao, leaving over 100 schools destroyed, 13,000 evacuees in Glan, and causing coastal uplift that affects local livelihoods. The article criticizes political distractions amid ongoing relief efforts.

• Sarangani province in Mindanao remains severely affected by a 7.8-magnitude earthquake two weeks after it struck on June 8
• Over 100 schools in Sarangani sustained major damage and students have not returned to classes
• Evacuees in Barangay Poblacion, Glan exceed 13,000 as shelters become overcrowded
• Coastal uplift from the earthquake raised the seabed up to two meters impacting fisherfolk and beach resorts