What is the latest update on the Davao Oriental earthquake?

A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck Manay, Davao Oriental on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The DSWD is monitoring the situation and is prepared to provide aid.

How is the DSWD responding to the Manay, Davao Oriental earthquake?

The DSWD's Field Office 11 in Davao Region is on alert, ready to conduct assessments and provide assistance, including food packs and standby funds.

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit Manay, Davao Oriental?

The earthquake that hit Manay, Davao Oriental was logged as magnitude 6.4 by PHIVOLCS.

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Magnitude 6.4 Earthquake Strikes Philippines

8 Jan

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Summary

A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck Manay, Davao Oriental on Wednesday morning.
The DSWD is on alert and ready to provide aid to affected residents.
DSWD has 50,633 food packs and P1,284,657.25 in standby funds.

Magnitude 6.4 Earthquake Strikes Philippines

A magnitude 6.4 earthquake occurred on Wednesday morning in Manay, Davao Oriental, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS). The tremor, initially reported as magnitude 6.7, prompted the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to place its Field Office in Davao Region on alert. Personnel temporarily evacuated their building but are prepared for immediate response.

The DSWD has pledged to conduct rapid damage and needs assessments in affected areas. They are ensuring government assistance is readily available, with over 50,000 family food packs and P1,284,657.25 in standby funds prepared for distribution. Social protection assets, including mobile kitchens and water systems, are also on standby for deployment.

The agency is coordinating with local government units and partner agencies to determine necessary assistance for affected communities. The DSWD advises the public to remain vigilant, await official advisories, and trust information from authorities as the situation is continuously monitored following the recent seismic event.