A magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani province in southern Philippines early Monday morning, killing at least 37 people and injuring hundreds. The powerful quake collapsed buildings across the region and triggered tsunami alerts. The tremors were felt strongly across Mindanao and as far away as Manado in Indonesia.
Rescue teams worked to reach people trapped beneath the collapsed structures. Authorities warned residents not to enter damaged buildings due to the risk of aftershocks following the devastating quake.