Over 720,000 affected by M7.8 Mindanao earthquake – NDRRMC
MANILA, Philippines — Over 720,000 people were affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said Sunday.
According to the NDRRMC’s latest situation report on the effects of the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Maasim, Sarangani, a total of 724,000 individuals or 173,000 families were affected by the calamity.
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Of the total, 2,000 families or 10,000 individuals were residing in 34 evacuation centers.
Meanwhile, the current death toll sits at 61, with seven recorded in the Davao Region and 54 in Soccsksargen.
A total of 1,403 individuals were also recorded to have been injured by the earthquake, while 40 people remain missing.
In terms of infrastructural damage, the NDRRMC said a total of 725 structures were affected, with the cost of the damage estimated at P1 billion.
Around 54,000 houses were also damaged, with 9,900 tagged “totally damaged,” while the rest were “partially damaged.”
A state of calamity has also been declared in 13 municipalities and cities.
Meanwhile, the NDRRMC said P67.6 million worth of assistance has so far been provided to affected families. /das /atm
HELP MINDANAO EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS
The Inquirer Foundation is calling for support for communities devastated by the recent magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao.
In partnership with the Philippine Red Cross, the foundation is amplifying appeals for food, clean water and other critical assistance for affected families.
Donors may send contributions directly to the Philippine Red Cross through its official transfer channels, the complete list is available on the PRC’s Facebook page.
The Philippine Red Cross has activated its emergency fund campaign and deployed teams on the ground to provide medical services, distribute relief goods and extend psychosocial support to affected families.
