A strong earthquake struck the Philippines, damaging buildings and causing power outages, but without casualties.
Cristina Petrache
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An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9 occurred on Tuesday evening off the coast of Cebu, Philippines, causing panic and damage to buildings. The epicenter was located near the town of Bogo, and local authorities warned of possible aftershocks. Although damage was reported, no casualties were recorded. The governor of the province urged the population to remain calm and to stay away from unstable structures. Earthquakes are common in the Philippines, but strong ones are unpredictable.
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Pagube și panică în Filipine din cauza unui cutremur de 6,9. „Eram în stare de șoc”
Un cutremur puternic, cu magnitudinea de 6,9, a lovit centrul Filipinelor. Există risc de tsunami
Un cutremur de 6,9 grade a lovit Filipine. Sunt înregistrați mai mulți morți. „Ar putea exista persoane prinse sub clădiri”
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