Euronews • June 8, 2026 03:36

7.8 magnitude earthquake rocks the Philippines, triggering tsunami warnings across the region

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The strongest earthquake to hit the Philippines this year was centered at sea and caused damage in a key coastal city, knocking down power and setting off 1-metre tsunami waves along nearby coasts, officials said.

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7.8 magnitude earthquake rocks the Philippines, triggering tsunami warnings across the region

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Philippines issues tsunami warning after deadly 7.8 earthquake

The Philippines and Indonesia both issued tsunami warnings after a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Mindanao. At least three people were killed by collapsing buildings in the Philippines.

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00:56

Philippines issues tsunami warning after deadly 7.8 earthquake

The Philippines and Indonesia both issued tsunami warnings after a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Mindanao. At least three people were killed by collapsing buildings in the Philippines.

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10:35

Greece: multiple earthquakes around magnitude 5.2 hit northern Evia

The seismic activity was felt in Athens, where residents reported repeated tremors across several districts of the Greek capital, though no damage was reported.

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Tsunami alert after 7.8-magnitude quake hits the Philippines

Tsunami alerts have been issued after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao in the Philippines.