Event Brief
7.8 quake in southern Philippines kills 12, triggers tsunami
Filed: Jun 08, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET
Summary: A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines, killing at least 12 and injuring over 200.
WHO: Earthquake
WHAT: A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines, causing deaths, injuries, building destruction, and a tsunami.
WHEN: Jun 08, 2026 at 2:03 AM ET
WHERE: Southern Philippines
WHY: The earthquake triggered the tsunami and caused building destruction and casualties.
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