Tsunami Threat Looms After 8.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Philippines
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center warned that waves of up to three metres could hit parts of the Philippines - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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A powerful earthquake, estimated to be between 7.8 and 8.1 magnitude, struck off the southern coast of the Philippines early Monday, prompting widespread tsunami warnings and evacuations.
- Tsunami waves of up to 3 metres are possible for parts of the Philippines.
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged immediate evacuation of vulnerable coastal zones.
- Buildings collapsed in Mindanao, with initial reports indicating at least one death and several injuries.
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