What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit the Philippines?

The earthquake that hit the southern Philippines on October 10, 2025 had a magnitude of 7.4.

How many people were killed by the Philippines earthquake?

The earthquake killed at least 5 people, including 2 patients who died of heart attacks at a hospital during the quake and a resident who was hit by debris.

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Powerful 7.4-Magnitude Quake Hits Southern Philippines, Killing 5 and Triggering Tsunami Warning

Q: Did the Philippines earthquake trigger a tsunami warning?

Yes, the earthquake prompted evacuations of nearby coastal areas due to a tsunami warning, which was later lifted after small waves were detected but no major flooding occurred.

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Summary

7.4-magnitude earthquake off southern Philippines kills at least 5 people
Triggers landslides, damages hospitals and schools, prompts tsunami evacuations
President Marcos assessing damage, rescue and relief efforts underway

Powerful 7.4-Magnitude Quake Hits Southern Philippines, Killing 5 and Triggering Tsunami Warning

On October 10, 2025, a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of the Philippines, killing at least 5 people and causing widespread damage. The quake, centered about 27 miles east of Manay town in Davao Oriental province, triggered landslides and damaged hospitals and schools in the region.

The earthquake prompted evacuations of nearby coastal areas due to a tsunami warning, which was later lifted after small waves were detected but no major flooding occurred. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the government is working to assess the potential damage and has deployed rescue teams and prepared relief operations.