Key facts
- A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the Philippines.
- Authorities are verifying reports of at least five deaths in General Santos.
- Disaster management officials are assessing the extent of the damage.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake has struck the Philippines, prompting authorities to verify reports of at least five fatalities in the southern city of General Santos. Agripino Dacera, the disaster management chief in the city, stated that the number of deaths is still being confirmed as assessments of the damage are conducted on the ground.